Trauma Technician- Trauma Surgical ICU
Trauma Technician- Trauma Surgical ICU
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About Us
At Cooper University Health Care our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most uptodate facilities equipment technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and parttime employees a comprehensive benefits program including health dental vision life disability and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.
Overview
The Trauma/Surgical ICU (TSICU) is a 28bed critical care unit specializing in the care of traumatically injured patients or those patients undergoing complex surgeries requiring close monitoring and care. Patients are admitted directly from the ED the Ross Trauma Admitting Area or the operating room. Patients usually cared for in this area include those with traumatic brain injuries spinal cord injuries rib fractures and lung injuries as well as diverse orthopedic injuries requiring frequent monitoring and care. Many patients cared for the in the TSICU are polytrauma with injuries involving more than one body system. Common surgical patients include those undergoing Whipple procedures esophagectomies gastrostomies and abdominal aortic aneurysms. The unit is staffed with registered nurses critical care technicians trauma surgery nurse practitioners resident physicians and attending trauma surgeons. Staff also work closely with respiratory therapy and specialized surgical groups such as orthopedics and neurosurgery. Nurses and critical care technicians working in this area receive education specific to the care of the trauma patient.
Short Description
Assist RN and physician staff with care of critically ill and injured patients.
Responsible for stocking and ordering of equipment and supplies and maintaining a 24 hour ready status in all units.
Responsible for cleaning maintenance and stocking of unit equipment and supply in procedure carts.
Experience Required
EMT Field and prehospital experience.
EKG Phlebotomy ACCUCheck.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
License/Certification Requirements
Current New Jersey EMT certification or eligible for reciprocity NREMT preferred.
Current NJBLS Certification (Basic Life Support).
Special Requirements
full time nights 36 hours a week
hours: 7p7a
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Unclear
