Nursing School Critical Care Tech - Med/Surg, Telemetry - Keleman 8 South
About The Position
The Nursing School Critical Care Tech works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assisting patients with activities of daily living and supporting the overall plan of care. The role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires professional ethics and contributes to quality patient care within the organization. The role is in Med/Surg, Telemetry, on Keleman 8 South. The stated shift is 7 AM–7 PM, with four shifts every six weeks: three weekend shifts and one weekday shift. Holiday coverage includes one major winter holiday, one major summer holiday, and one hallmark holiday.
Requirements
- 0–2 years of experience required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Successful completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing course with clinical in an accredited nursing program and continued active enrollment in nursing school required.
- AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
- Must be able to complete phlebotomy and EKG training if it was not included in the nursing fundamentals course, within 90 days of hire; training is offered through orientation.
- Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and coworkers required.
- Ability to identify and communicate changes in patient status.
Nice To Haves
- Phlebotomy/EKG competency or venipuncture experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, and transport, while following standard precautions.
- Perform technical duties as directed by an RN, including phlebotomy, taking vital signs, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care; document appropriately.
- Identify and communicate changes in patient status to the RN and respond appropriately while maintaining safe patient practices.
- Reinforce education for patients and families about care needs and safety.
- Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and performance improvement activities.
- Assist with orienting new hires.
- Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
- Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to support a safe environment and high-quality patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
