Obstetrical Tech 0.9 nights

Advocate Health Care; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base compensation within pay range

Shift and on-call premium pay

Educational Assistance Program

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Advocate Health Care's Labor and Delivery unit seeks a Nurse Aide to assist obstetric procedures, prepare sterile fields, and support patient care 36 hours per week with night shifts and rotating weekends/holidays. Requires Basic life support and nursing assistant certification; no experience required. Strong communication and multitasking abilities are essential.

Comprehensive benefits available. Base compensation aligns with the pay range; opportunities for professional growth and training are

Qualifications

• Advanced training beyond High School in Nursing Assistant program.
• Nurse Aide in good standing with the State Registry.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certified or obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with obstetrical procedures and deliveries and prepare sterile fields.
• Gown, glove, drape and pass instruments; maintain equipment and supplies.
• Support direct patient care activities and safety needs.
• Train technicians and RN staff on equipment use and procedures.
• Maintain stock of sterile supplies and readiness for emergencies.
• Document patient information accurately and timely.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking ability

Organizational skills

Education

Nursing Assistant program completion

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Keyboarding

Windows navigation

Email usage

Job description

Department

35005 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Labor and Delivery Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Night shift, rotating weekends/holidays Pay Range: $22.90 - $34.35

Major Responsibilities

Assists with obstetrical procedures, including cesarean section, vaginal deliveries, vacuum extraction, forceps deliveries, tubal ligations, dilation and curettage (D&C), circumcisions, and emergency, OB- related abdominal hysterectomies. Maintains knowledge of setups for each procedure. Scrubs for obstetrical procedures which includes applying aseptic surgical techniques to create/maintain sterile field, preparing materials equipment and supplies for surgical cases, assisting with gowning and gloving, draping of sterile area, and passing all instruments and supplies. Assists with delivery procedures. Prepares area in accordance with obstetric provider preference. Assists in direct patient care activities of daily living, comfort and safety needs. Serves as a resource for training technicians, RN staff and others in the use of equipment and procedures. Maintains stock of sterile, surgical supplies and instruments. Maintains the unit area in readiness for all types of emergencies. Maintains, cleans and stocks equipment. Reports and/or documents accurate and timely information regarding patient condition to the appropriate person. Collaborates with the operating room staff, clinical nurse specialist, educators and peers in preparation for equipment and procedure implementation and emergency situations. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices., and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing Assistant.

Experience Required

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Basic computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems. Successfully complete on the job training. Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive relationships with a variety of patients, family, staff and physicians. Good organizational and prioritization skills. Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance, push/ pull with 30 labs. Of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Push or pull 100 lbs. Will be required to use foot pedals on carts and machines. Will be required to wear protective clothing. Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuing basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift. Must have functional sight and hearing. Operate all equipment necessary to perform job.

Our Commitment to You

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access

What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it

Inspiring Professionals

With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care

We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care