Nurse Tech Congestive Heart Failure Unit

Posted:
6/23/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States ⋅ Michigan, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

About this unit:  

6 North is a 38 bed Cardiovascular unit that specializes in caring for adult patients with Heart Failure, cardiac dysrhythmias, newly implanted pacemakers and defibrillators, pulmonary hypertension and cardiac conditions requiring medical treatment. Most patients receive continuous telemetry monitoring. Care is provided 24 hours per day 7 days a week. 

 

Individuals would want to work on this unit do to the large variety of cardiovascular and progressive care experiences that allow for a robust skill set. If they were to transfer to another unit, you would gain time management, proficiency in the management of patient with complex conditions. Some skills you can gain on this unit include, bipap, respiratory management, pulmonary hypertension treatments, management of multiple IV drips, heart failure management, telemetry monitoring. The culture of this unit is team work and support. Staff works closely with physicians and other healthcare providers and services to provide optimal care in the inpatient setting.

 

 

Scope of Work

Nurse Technicians act as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).  Responsibilities include taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization and acting as a safety attendant for patients.   

 

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. 

Orientation

Orientation weeks will require flexibility to train during weekdays.

  • Week 1: Requires classroom orientation 8am-4:30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.
  • Week 2: Orientation shifts will be in the Nursing Unit 7am-7:30pm
  • Week 3: Requires classroom orientation Monday 8:00am -4:30pm for Advanced Safety Care.

Required Qualifications 

High School Diploma or equivalent  

LIFE SUPPORT\Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 90 Days 

    Physical Demands

    • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
    • Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
    • Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
    • Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
    • Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
    • Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
    • Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
    • Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
    • Sitting: Seldom
    • Standing: Frequently
    • Walking: Frequently
    • Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
    • Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
    • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
    • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
    • Squat: Seldom
    • Stair Climbing: Seldom
    • Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
    • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
    • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
    • Handling: Occasionally
    • Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
    • Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
    • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
    • Visual Acuity ¹
      [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

    Primary Location

    SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

    Department Name

    Cardiac Care Unit - 6N Butterworth

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Shift

    Night (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    36

    Hours of Work

    7:00pm - 7:30am

    Days Worked

    varies

    Weekend Frequency

    Every other weekend

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