Nursing Tech

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay

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Identity protection

Retirement options

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Nursing Technician at Lakeland Hospital St Joseph in Michigan. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, you will perform basic nursing skills, observe patients, and communicate those observations to the team during the night shift.

You will assist with direct patient care, documentation, and maintaining a safe environment. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required; you will work as part of a collaborative, on-site team to support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification through AHA (90 days) required.
• BLS certification through ARC (90 days) required.

Responsibilities

• Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs with RN guidance; documents accurately and timely.
• Provides direct patient care under RN or provider supervision and follows department policies; contributes to individualized care plans and documents appropriately.
• Explains the nursing technician role to patients and families; supports safe, quality care.
• Maintains cleanliness of patient environment and reports equipment issues to the proper personnel.
• Upholds privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient and organizational data.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS (AHA) certification

BLS (ARC) certification

Job description

Job Summary

As a Nursing Technician with Corewell Health, providing top-notch patient care is paramount. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, you'll be performing basic nursing skills, observing patients, and communicating those observations to the other members of the team. You'll be a vital part of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN or Provider, consistent with clinical policies and procedures, and department standard work. 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 communicates 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.

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 - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Med Surg Care Unit Ortho Neuro A 1 St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph 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 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.