Clinical Care Technician (36 hrs/week, Nursing Assistant) - Cardiac Surgery ICU

Tufts Medicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a Clinical Care Technician for the Cardiac Surgery ICU. This full-time role involves providing essential nursing support and ensuring patient safety. The position requires collaboration with professional nurses to meet patient needs and maintain a patient-centered care environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and experience in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• At least one year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with patient care.
• Support activities of daily living and respond to patient requests.
• Conduct EKGs and monitor patients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Medical Terminology

Computer Proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Clinical Care Technician (36 hrs/week, Nursing Assistant) - Cardiac Surgery ICU

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Locations: Tufts Medical Center

Time Type: Full time

Posted: 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R17246

Schedule

This position involves working 36 hours per week on a day/night rotation, including rotating weekends and holidays.

Job Profile Summary

This role provides professional and non-professional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It involves performing nursing support duties such as basic patient care, under the supervision of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and registered nurses, depending on the unit. The role requires specialized knowledge or skills gained through vocational education, training, and experience. It is most commonly applied to patient care and scientific/laboratory jobs, requiring basic knowledge of procedures and tools, and works under moderate supervision, addressing routine problems and occasionally interpreting or deviating from standard procedures.

Job Overview

The Clinical Care Technician collaborates with professional nurses to meet patient needs within the scope of the role. Responsibilities include assisting in direct patient care, providing environmental support, and ensuring patient safety. The role requires completing and maintaining competency in specific skills and supporting a patient and family-centered care environment.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA).
2. Completion of Nursing Fundamentals in an accredited Nursing program.
3. At least one year of related experience as a Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant, Critical Care Tech, or Patient Care Tech.
4. Experience in acute care settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include assisting registered nurses with patient care, supporting activities of daily living, responding to patient and family requests, collecting and communicating clinical data, preparing rooms, transporting patients, providing comfort measures, assisting with mobility, setting up procedures, maintaining equipment, performing wound care, conducting EKGs, monitoring patients, managing patient belongings, and other duties as assigned. All activities must adhere to safety and procedural standards.

Physical Requirements:

1. Lifting up to 30-35 lbs, prolonged standing and walking, occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
2. Manual dexterity for procedures and computer use.
3. Ability to see computer screens and reports.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Ability to read, write, and understand medical terminology.
2. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
3. Ability to handle detailed, confidential information.
4. Computer proficiency.
5. Knowledge to provide age-appropriate care.