Nursing School Critical Care Technician-Neuro ICU

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 patients’ daily living activities and support the care plan under an RN. The role emphasizes teamwork with the healthcare staff and maintaining high ethical standards.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKGs, with training offered if not yet completed. Strong communication and safety focus are essential for this role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and essential patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKGs as directed by RN, document results.
• Communicate patient status changes to RN and ensure safety of patients.
• Reinforce patient and family education on care needs and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

High School/GED

Fundamentals of Nursing course with clinical

Registered Nursing field of study

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

EKG equipment

Job description

About Us

About Cooper University Health Care

Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Cooper, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

Cooper operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as three hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, and Children’s Regional Hospital in Camden.

Cooper University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 trauma center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top‑performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper’s facilities annually. Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation.

Visit CooperHealth.orgto learn more.

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.

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.

Salary Min ($)

USD $18.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $29.00