Nurse Tech 5W Observation

spectrumhealth; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site benefits package

On-demand pay via Payactiv

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Job summary

Butterworth Hospital's 5 West Observation Unit in Grand Rapids, part of Corewell Health, seeks a dedicated Observational unit aide who supports RN/Provider in delivering quality patient care overnight. You will work with a dynamic team on a fast-paced unit caring for a diverse patient population. You will take vitals and assist with daily activities, reporting changes promptly.

Night shift is 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., 36 hours weekly, with every-other weekend.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC (90 days).

Responsibilities

• Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider.
• Takes vitals, checks blood sugars, assists with bathing, ambulating, wound care, and catheterization; serves as safety attendant for patients.
• Ensures that required documentation is performed accurately and in a timely manner.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS - American Heart Association

BLS - American Red Cross

Job description

About this unit

5 West is a smaller unit comprised of 25 beds at Butterworth Hospital supporting our Emergency Department. 5W is a fast-paced unit caring for a wide range of patient population. This brings a lot of variety to the patients you will care for and provides the ability to strengthen your critical thinking skills and be part of a dynamic team providing excellent patient care to those needing further testing and observation of symptoms. Types of patients with: Chest Pain, Heart Failure, Kidney Stones, Psychiatric Diagnosis, GI, Orthopedic, and Neuro for both Acute and Chronic Illness Patients. Telemetry, IVs, NG/G-tubes, Chest Tubes, Dressing/Wound Care, CT & MRI Patients. 5W Physicians and Advance Practice Providers remain on the unit so there is 24-hour accessibility which improves relationships, care team collaboration, and efficiency of patient care.

About Butterworth Hospital

Right in the heart of Grand Rapids, you'll find a nationally recognized hospital for patient quality and safety and the regional leader in full-service hospitals. Since 1873, we have been growing and building a reputation of excellence in care, diagnostics, treatment, prevention, and education. It is the flagship hospital for Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals.

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

• 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

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
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Obsv Unit Medical 5W Butterworth - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health Commitment

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.