Nurse Tech Pediatric Emergency Department

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

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Retirement options

Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids seeks a part-time Emergency Center Aide for Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. You will work under an RN or Provider, performing basic patient care, vital signs, wound care and safety support in a Level I pediatric trauma center.

The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification within 90 days, with duties including documentation and patient comfort. Night shifts, 24 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic patient care under supervision of RN or Provider.
• Take vitals and report physiological data.
• Perform wound care, catheterization and assist as safety attendant for patients.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and timely.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)

Job description

About This Unit

From the moment an emergency medical situation occurs, we are ready to help with the highest level of children’s medical care possible. Helen Devos Children’s Hospital is a Level I trauma center. While we treat minor illnesses and injuries, we are also prepared with a pediatric trauma care team that provides care for severe injuries. We’re proud to have the only pediatric emergency department in West Michigan, which is designed specifically for children and staffed by experts in pediatric emergency medicine. Recognized as experts in pediatric trauma and burn care with specially trained physicians and nurses available 24 hours a day to care for unexpected or severe injuries.

About Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital

We fight for every child. With 350+ pediatric specialists and subspecialists, 12 years of U.S. News & World Report national rankings and innovations that draw patients from all over the world, we’re driven to replace fear with hope and doubt with answers. We believe in the possibility of every child’s future. Because it’s only impossible until it isn’t. We have both inpatient and ambulatory spaces as well as a Level 1 trauma Emergency Department designated to children.

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

• Hight School Diploma or equivalent Required
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days

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 - Helen Devos Childrens Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Emergency Center HDVCH - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

24

Hours of Work

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

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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.