Nursing Technician

Job Summary

As a Nursing Technician with Corewell Health, providing top-notch patient care is paramount. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, youll be performing basic nursing skills, observing patients, and communicating those observations to the other members of the team. Youll be a vital part of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Essential Functions

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.

Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN or Provider, consistent with clinical policies and procedures, and department standard work. Provides input in the development of an individualized plan of care. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.

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.

Qualifications

Required High School Diploma or equivalent

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

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 – Gerber Hospital – 212 Sullivan – Fremont

Department Name

ICU – Gerber

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7pm-730am

Days Worked

variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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