Nurse Tech Cardiothoracic ICU

Spectrum Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

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Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids is recruiting Nurse Technicians for CTICU orientation and ongoing patient support under RN supervision. The program includes up to 11 weeks of training with a preceptor, 7am-7:30pm weekdays and rotating weekends.

We seek candidates with resilience, critical thinking, adaptability, and a strong work ethic to join a high-acuity cardiac care team. Part-time night shifts are included with potential cross-unit support as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days.
• 1 year of inpatient care experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ICU procedures such as placing ART lines, taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed baths, ambulation, wound care, catheterization, charting; act as safety attendant.
• Floated to other units as needed to provide 1:1 patient safety sitter.
• Contribute to development of individualized care plans.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of care.
• Explain the nurse technician role to patient, family and health team members.
• Support safe, high-quality care in a cost-effective manner.
• Maintain clean patient environment and report equipment issues to the appropriate department.

Skills

Critical thinking

Resilience

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Orientation Requirements

ICU orientation includes up to 11 weeks of training with a preceptor 7am-7:30pm on weekdays & rotating every third weekend.

About the unit

The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) is a 36-bed ICU located in the Meijer Heart Center specializing in highly acute post-cardiac and advanced heart failure patients. Nurse techs are able to care for a wide range of patients and devices including heart/lung transplant patients, post-operative open-heart patients, and more. We are experts in caring for the most critically ill patients in our area and throughout Michigan. We are at the forefront of cardiac medicine, engaging in cutting-edge innovation and research.

Top preferred skills

Top preferred skills we seek in our Nurse Techs include experience in roles that require constant use of critical thinking skills, resilience, a very high level of self-motivation and drive, flexibility with availability, commitment to excellence, receptive to constructive feedback.

Scope of Work

ICU Orientation weeks will require flexibility to train during weekdays for several weeks, before phasing into regular night shifts. Nurse Technicians act as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with complex ICU procedures such as placing ART lines, taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization, charting and acting as a safety attendant for patients.
• Nurse Techs may also be floated to other units with a need for a 1:1 patient safety sitter for the entirety of the shift.
• 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 helps to troubleshoot and report 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.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 90 Days
• 1 year of inpatient care experience is strongly preferred

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 - Meijer Heart Center - 150 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids Department Name Intensive Care Unit Cardiothoracic 5 MHC Butterworth - Grand Rapids Hosp Employment Type Part time Shift Night (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 24 Hours of Work Days Worked Weekend Frequency

Corewell Health Commitment to Safety and Health

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.

Corewell Health Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Corewell Health Overview

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.