Crit Care Tech Unit Secretary-Trauma Surgical ICU
Crit Care Tech Unit Secretary-Trauma Surgical ICU
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Job Description
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
TheTrauma/Surgical ICU (TSICU) is a 28bed critical care unit specializing in the care oftraumatically injured patients or those patients undergoing complex surgeries requiring close monitoring and care. Patients are admitted directly from the ED the RossTraumaAdmitting Area or the operating room.Patients usually cared for in this area include those withtraumatic brain injuries spinal cord injuries rib fractures and lung injuries as well as diverse orthopedic injuries requiring frequent monitoring and care.Many patients cared forthe inthe TSICUarepolytrauma 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 technicianstraumasurgery nurse practitioners resident physicians and attendingtraumasurgeons. 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 thetraumapatient.
Short Description
Experience Required
02 years experience preferred
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
License/Certification Requirements
BLS required State Certification and Unit Secretary Certification is desirable
AND
Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider/ technician program
Completed at least one fundamental nursing course in an accredited RN Program
1 year or more patient care experience in a similar role.
At least one of the above qualifications/certifications must be met for hire.
Special Requirements
36 hours a week mid shift
hours: 12p12a
Employment Type
Unclear
