About this unit  

The Blodgett Emergency Department (BL ED) is a certified Primary Stroke Center, Level III Trauma Center, and Geriatric Emergency Department (Level 2), There are over 30 care spaces to treat patients with minor to major medical and traumatic emergencies. Interdisciplinary team members collaborate closely to provide relationship-based care for our patients and their loved ones. BL ED has over 43,000 visits/year and ranks highly in patient experience and exceeds throughput measures compared to the national average.   

About Blodgett Hospital  

Set within a quiet, beautifully maintained property of mature trees and healing gardens. We have a history of providing high quality, compassionate and personalized medical care. Since 1846, Blodgett Hospital has earned a reputation for excellence as a community and teaching hospital. We provide patient-focused inpatient care in 248 private patient rooms and outpatient services for medical, surgical and specialty care, achieving high rates of patient satisfaction.  

Scope of work  

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. Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider.  Responsibilities include taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization and acting as a safety attendant for patients. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.  

Start Dates:

This role has specific start dates each year, with one start date a month. Any offers must be completed 2 weeks prior to this start date with no exceptions. Upcoming start dates are as follows:

November 18, 2024

December 16, 2024

How we will care for you, while you care for our patients 

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. 
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv 
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! 
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance 
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings 

Qualifications 

• Hight School Diploma or equivalent Required
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
• <1 year of inpatient, EMT or Emergency patient care Preferred

Primary Location

SITE - Blodgett Hospital - 1840 Wealthy St SE- Grand Rapids

Department Name

Emergency Department - Blodgett

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

24

Hours of Work

11:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Variable; Self Schedule

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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