Nurse Tech
About The Position
The Nurse Tech works as a member of the care team to deliver quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider. The role performs basic skills according to department guidelines, communicates observations to the health care team, and collects and reports patients’ and families’ physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs in coordination with and as directed by the RN or Provider. Duties include taking vital signs, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating patients, wound care, catheterization, and serving as a safety attendant. The Nurse Tech ensures required documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner. The position is on the 3D Medical-Surgical unit at Blodgett Hospital, which cares for complex medical patients and is a Primary Stroke Center of Excellence. The unit cares for patients with conditions including respiratory illnesses, acute kidney injuries, stroke, diabetes, seizures, GI bleeding and other acute GI illnesses, sickle cell crisis, pancreatitis, and psychiatric needs. The role is full time on the night shift, with scheduled hours of 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., 36 hours per week, and an assigned schedule that includes every other weekend.
Requirements
- High school diploma or work equivalent.
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS), required within 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic patient-care skills according to department guidelines under the supervision of an RN or Provider.
- Communicate observations to members of the health care team.
- Collect and report patients’ and families’ physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs as directed by the RN or Provider.
- Take vital signs and check blood sugars.
- Provide bed baths and assist patients with ambulation.
- Perform wound care and catheterization.
- Act as a safety attendant for patients.
- Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings. Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
