Nurse Technician Cardiothoracic ICU Night

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) is a 36-bed ICU specializing in highly acute post-cardiac and advanced heart failure patients. Nurse techs are able to care for a wide range of patients and devices including heart/lung transplant patients, post-operative open-heart patients, and more. We are experts in caring for the most critically ill patients in our area and throughout Michigan. We are at the forefront of cardiac medicine, engaging in cutting-edge innovation and research. Nurse Technicians act as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Provides input in the development of an individualized plan of care. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner. Articulates the nursing technician role to the patient, family and health team members. Provides support to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner. Cleans patient’s environment / work area / equipment and helps to troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department / unit personnel. Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organization data.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 90 Days

Nice To Haves

• Experience in roles that require constant use of critical thinking skills, resilience, a very high level of self-motivation and drive, flexibility with availability, commitment to excellence, receptive to constructive feedback.
• 1 year of inpatient care experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting with complex ICU procedures such as placing ART lines, taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization, charting and acting as a safety attendant for patients.
• Nurse Techs may also be floated to other units with a need for a 1:1 patient safety sitter for the entirety of the shift.
• Provides input in the development of an individualized plan of care.
• Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Articulates the nursing technician role to the patient, family and health team members.
• Provides support to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.
• Cleans patient’s environment / work area / equipment and helps to troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department / unit personnel.
• Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior.
• Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organization data.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED