OB Care Technician 1 - Obstetrics Nights - 24hrs/wk

umhealthwest•Wyoming, MI

About The Position

The OB Care Technician 1 works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide basic nursing care to obstetric patients, perform tasks that support the functioning of the nursing department, and carry out clerical and receptionist activities. The role supports patients in mother-baby and nursery settings and assists with care, documentation, equipment, supplies, infection control, and communication. Success requires reliability, compassion, strong interpersonal skills, and emotional resilience when supporting patients in sensitive, high-emotion situations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet at least one of the following: current Certified Nurse Aide (CENA) certification; current enrollment and continued progression in a health science program; equivalent experience; or a strong interest in healthcare and willingness to learn through employer-supported training.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) provider certification.
Reliability, compassion, strong interpersonal skills, and emotional resilience to support OB patients in sensitive, high-emotion situations.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in a health science program with completion of a nursing fundamentals course and/or one clinical rotation; equivalent enrollment may include nursing school, pre-PA school, medical school, or a closely related health science program.
Equivalent experience such as Medical Assistant, Paramedic, Medical First Responder, EMT, Nurse Tech, Resident Aid/Assistant, or LPN.
Experience in obstetrics.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with ambulation, hygiene, incentive spirometer use, perineal and catheter care, catheter removal after surgery, applying and removing ice bags and sequential compression devices, and transfers by wheelchair or stretcher.
Perform infant baths and diaper changes, and assist with infant feeding and documentation of feedings.
Perform and document quality control on glucometers and patient blood glucose testing.
Assist patients with nutrition by passing snacks and fluids, ordering and maintaining department nourishments, recording intake and output, and removing patient trays.
Obtain and document maternal weights and vital signs, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, SpO2, and respirations.
Obtain and document infant weights, measurements, and vital signs, including temperature, apical pulse, and respirations.
Perform newborn screens, hearing screens, bilirubin screens, and CCHD screens, and complete applicable documentation.
Obtain, label, and deliver specimens, including urine specimens and meconium.
Assist physicians during circumcisions by obtaining supplies, dressings, and instruments, and performing tasks delegated by the nursery RN.
Assist the RN with ICN admissions by setting up equipment and IV and blood-draw supplies, obtaining specimens, and performing other delegated duties.
Clean, stock, and set up the nursery and ICN; order and maintain adequate patient-care supplies and ensure equipment is functioning, maintained, and clean.
Maintain current patient information, update log books and computer records, and coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers with other departments as applicable.
Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, preparing patient clipboards and folders, and scanning documents to the chart.
Greet and direct patients, visitors, and hospital personnel; receive and direct calls; answer patient call lights and route requests appropriately; and refer patient and family requests to nursing staff.
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workspace, including adequate quantities of forms, supplies, and equipment.
Assist the RN with printing transfer documentation for maternal and neonatal transfers.
Use equipment and supplies safely and appropriately, including electronic blood pressure cuffs, patient beds, oxygen flow meters and oxyhoods, suction equipment, and oxygen tanks.
Check and document refrigerator temperatures, clean equipment between patient use, dispose of suction canisters, store oxygen tanks, and secure oxygen tanks for patient transport.
Maintain and stock postpartum rooms and the nursery, including patient cribs; perform glucometer quality control and downloads.
Help control infection by using aseptic technique and standard precautions, bagging and disposing of soiled linen, and replacing full sharps containers.
Communicate effectively using unit paging, telephone, and pneumatic tube systems; answer call lights; report observations to the RN; keep the RN informed about care delivered; and maintain patient confidentiality.
Use respectful, courteous, and professional behavior when communicating with others.
Perform other tasks within the scope of practice as delegated by the RN, and other duties as assigned.
Actively help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment; attend and participate in role-related in-services and meetings.
Demonstrate flexibility with staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts, and participate in temporary assignment measures.
Maintain knowledge of department processes, protocols, and procedures; pursue self-directed learning and continuing education; and participate in committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.