Nurse Tech Acute Care of the Elderly Nights
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 in accordance with 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. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating patients, wound care, catheterization, and serving as a safety attendant. Required documentation must be completed accurately and on time. The position is on the Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) unit, a 21-bed medical-surgical unit at Blodgett Hospital focused on medical patients over age 65. The unit cares for a wide range of conditions, including congestive heart failure, COPD, septic shock, acute kidney injuries, and delirium, and emphasizes teamwork and communication across the care team. The schedule is nights, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., with 36 scheduled hours per week and an assigned core schedule. Weekend frequency is every third weekend.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS), required within 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic 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 in coordination with and as directed by an RN or Provider.
- Take vital signs and check blood sugars.
- Provide bed baths and assist patients with ambulation.
- Provide wound care and catheterization.
- Act as a safety attendant for patients.
- Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package intended to support 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
