TRAUMA TECHNICIAN-TRAUMA SURGICAL ICU

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in South Jersey seeks a patient care assistant to support RN and physician staff in the TSICU, ensuring timely care for critically ill or injured patients.

You will handle stocking, stocking and ordering of equipment, maintain 24-hour readiness, and assist with cleaning and maintenance of unit carts and supplies. Full-time night shift, 36 hours per week, with weekend/holiday rotation; EMT certification or eligibility and BLS required.

Qualifications

• EMT Field and pre-hospital experience.
• EKG, Phlebotomy, ACCU-Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN and physician staff with care of critically ill and injured patients.
• Stocking and ordering of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain a 24 hour ready status in all units.
• Cleaning, maintenance and stocking of unit equipment and supply in procedure carts.

Skills

EMT Field Experience

EKG

Phlebotomy

ACCU-Check

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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

Assist RN and physician staff with care of critically ill and injured patients. Responsible for stocking and ordering of equipment and supplies and maintaining a 24 hour ready status in all units. Responsible for cleaning, maintenance and stocking of unit equipment and supply in procedure carts.

Overview

The Trauma/Surgical ICU (TSICU) is a 28-bed critical care unit specializing in the care of traumatically injured patients or those patients undergoing complex surgeries requiring close monitoring and care. Patients are admitted directly from the ED, the Ross Trauma Admitting Area, or the operating room. Patients usually cared for in this area include those with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, rib fractures and lung injuries, as well as diverse orthopedic injuries requiring frequent monitoring and care. Many patients cared for the in the TSICU are poly-trauma, with injuries involving more than one body system. Common surgical patients include those undergoing Whipple procedures, esophagectomies, gastrostomies, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. The unit is staffed with registered nurses, critical care technicians, trauma surgery nurse practitioners, resident physicians and attending trauma surgeons. Staff also work closely with respiratory therapy and specialized surgical groups such as orthopedics and neurosurgery. Nurses and critical care technicians working in this area receive education specific to the care of the trauma patient.

Experience Required

• EMT Field and pre-hospital experience.
• EKG, Phlebotomy, ACCU-Check.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

License/Certification Requirements

• urrent New Jersey EMT certification or eligible for reciprocity, NREMT preferred.
• Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support).

Special Requirements

• Full time nights, 36 hours a week
• hours: 7p-7:30a with weekend/holiday rotation