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Job Description

4G is a 22 bed Med/Surg unit at Blodgett Hospital that specializes in the care of patients admitted with gastrointestinal diseases or colorectal surgery. On 4G we care for both surgical and non-surgical patients. The primary medical diagnoses that we care for are those related to the GI tract and colorectal surgery patients as part of their colorectal cancer care (Abdominal pain, GI bleeds, pancreatitis, diverticulosis, Crohns, urology, colitis, chronic diseases, and cancer patients), but as a general medical unit we also see a variety of other diagnoses, including blood clots, pneumonia, sepsis, and more.

Staff on 4G are passionate about caring for the surgical needs of patients during their colorectal cancer care. We have a dedicated team that is committed to providing a high level of care to help enhance our patients and families lives.

Nurse Technicians act as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Performs basic skills per hospital/unit guidelines and communicates observations to members of the health care team.

Essential Functions:

• Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN or Provider, consistent with clinical policies and procedures, and department standard work. 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 communicates 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.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• LIFE SUPPORT\Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 90 Days

Some of the benefits provided include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Retirement Plans
• Discount Program
• Learning Opportunities
• Inclusion Resource Groups

Apply now to learn more about joining a nationally known health system with an ambitious vision. We cannot do it alone. Our people are at the heart of what we do. Improve health. Inspire hope. Save lives.

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