Nursing Technician

Posted:
11/24/2024, 4:00:00 PM

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

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

About the unit 

We care for patients in the Pre-op, Recovery, and Post-Op phase of care.  We provide inpatient and outpatient services for a variety of surgical patients including ortho, general surgery, urology, spine, and bariatrics. Our unit is a great place to advance your nursing skills to include critical thinking, time management, assessment, and patient satisfaction.  We are a talented team that is very engaged in patient safety, patient satisfaction, and quality.  We have multiple opportunities to be involved in unit-based committees including shared governance, retention, and education. 

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. 

 

Qualifications 

  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent  

  •  AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 90 Days of hire required   

How Corewell Health cares for you

  • 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

  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

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

Department Name

Post Anesthesia Care Unit - Blodgett

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

20

Hours of Work

0500-1330

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

On-call weekends

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