Nurse Tech United Hospital Emergency Department Full Time Nights

Spectrum Health   Greenville, MI   Full-time
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Job Summary

Patient care role within the emergency department of United Hospital. Nurse Techs work under the direction of an RN to care for our patients.

Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider. Performs basic skills per department guidelines and communicates observations to members of the health care team.

Nurse Tech responsibilities include taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed baths, ambulating, wound care, catheterization and acting as a safety attendant for patients.

The Nurse Tech role will require 2 days of training in our simulation center and 1 day of EPIC training with our Nurse Educators. These are pre-scheduled and required classes from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. These in person classes typically take place on Tues, Wed and Thursday the first week of employment. Because these classes are prescheduled, you must attend each day.

Once past the initial orientation days, this role is a night shift position, working 3 nights per week.

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
  • CERT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or
  • CERT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

    Primary Location

    SITE - Spectrum Health United Memorial - 615 S Bower - Greenville

    Department Name

    Emergency Department - United

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Shift

    Night (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    36

    Hours of Work

    7pm-7am

    Days Worked

    variable nights

    Weekend Frequency

    Every other weekend

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    An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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    Spectrum Health

    Greenville, MI