Nursing School Critical Care Technician - Cardiac Intermediate Care unit - Pavilion 9

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ seeks a Nursing School Critical Care Tech to assist with patient activities of daily living and support the care plan under an RN. The role includes phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs, and safety documentation while collaborating with the healthcare team and families.

AHA Basic Life Support is required; High School diploma and active nursing program enrollment are essential. Shift patterns include evenings/nights with block rotations.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree not required beyond listed education; active nursing enrollment.
• Experience in phlebotomy or EKG procedures preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patients’ activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport).
• Perform phlebotomy and EKGs; monitor vital signs; document appropriately.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond to ensure safety.
• Reinforce education for patients and families; participate in satisfaction initiatives and performance improvement.
• Complete annual competencies and adhere to safety protocols for high-quality care.

Skills

Communication skills

Phlebotomy/EKG competency

AHA Basic Life Support certification

Education

High School/GED required

Fundamentals of Nursing course with clinical in accredited program and active enrollment in nursing school

Registered Nursing field of study

Job description

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care,our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Nursing School Critical Care Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists with patients’ activities of daily living and supports the overall plan of care. This role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics and contributing to the delivery of quality patient care within the organization.

• Support patients’ activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport) and follow standard precautions
• Perform technical duties as directed by RN (phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care) and document appropriately.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond appropriately, maintaining safe patient practices.
• Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety.
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement activities, and assist in orienting new hires.
• Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date.
• Consistently adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to ensure a safe environment and high-quality patient care.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
• Capacity to identify and communicate changes in patient status.

Overview

Pavilion 9 is a 30-bed cardiac medical/surgical and cardiac intermediate unit. Pavilion 9 staff care for complex cardiac patients including cardiac surgery patients, structural heart (TAVR), cardiac catheterization/coronary angioplasty, heart failure and other various cardiac processes. The Pavilion 9 nurses receive specialized training to care for our cardiac surgery populations.

Experience Required

• 0-2 years’ experience required.
• Able to complete phlebotomy and EKG training if not a part of the fundamentals of nursing course or within 90 days of hire- will be offered through orientation

Education Requirements

• High School/GED required.
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing course with clinical in an accredited nursing program and maintain active enrollment in nursing school required.
• Field of Study: Registered Nursing

License/Certification Requirements

• AHA Basic Life Support certification.
• Completed at least one fundamental nursing course with clinical in an accredited nursing program and maintain active enrollment in nursing school.

Special Requirements

• Communication – Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers required.
• Phlebotomy/EKG competency/venipuncture experience preferred.

Shift Requirements

• 7pm-7:30am
• 4 shifts every 6 weeks
• 3 weekend shifts, 1 weekday
• 1 major winter, 1 major summer, & 1 hallmark holiday

Salary Min ($)

USD $18.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $29.00