Nurse Tech Cardiac and Vascular Unit Summer Temp
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Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Unit
6 Meijer Heart Center (6 Heart) is a 46-bed cardiac and vascular progressive/stepdown unit at the Meijer Heart Center. The primary patient population served include patients with various cardiac and vascular diseases requiring medical procedural or surgical interventions. This includes acute coronary syndrome acute myocardial infarction post-percutaneous coronary intervention peripheral artery disease renal artery disease aortic aneurysm carotid artery disease and heart rhythm disorders.
Our staff gain understanding of the cardiac and vascular system and its processes so that they can deliver excellent care to our patients within our specialty. Our specialty includes care of post procedures and post surgeries such as cardiac peripheral stents sheath management revascularization procedures and surgeries Mitra clip watchman procedure endovascular aneurysm repair mechanical embolectomy for treatment of pulmonary embolism and many more.
Scope of work
This is a large and fast paced inpatient unit. Responsibilities include taking/charting vitals checking blood sugars bed bathing ambulating wound care catheterization and acting as a safety attendant for patients on our unit as well as being floated to other similar units for 1:1 shifts with patients when there is a need. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient within our clinics alongside RNs/Providers. Performs basic skills per department guidelines and communicates observations to members of the health care team. 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.
Orientation
Orientation for the first and third week of employment as Nurse Tech requires being available for weekday classes on Monday Tuesday and Thursday during the first week of employment as well as additional classroom training during week 3. There is also a sheath removal skill requirement for cardiac NTs. It entails a 4 hour sheath removal class and then removing 5 femoral sheaths with a peer in the unit until competent.
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recent relevant direct patient care experience in an acute care or inpatient healthcare setting
- Experience working in a hospital or inpatient organization of similar size and complexity
- Prior experience as a Nurse Technician Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to quickly integrate into a clinical team and follow established workflows
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial health and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Progressive Care Unit Cardiac Vascular 6 MHC Butterworth - Grand Rapids HospEmployment Type
Part timeShift
Night (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
24Hours of Work
7:00pm - 7:30amDays Worked
variableWeekend Frequency
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