Tech cardiopulmonary

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Job Description

Please note : the next start date for this unit is July 18th!

About this unit :

6 South is a 22-bed acuity adaptable unit at Butterworth Hospital that is capable of managing both non ICU and ICU status patients admitted with advanced cardiopulmonary care needs.

6 South specializes in patients with advanced heart failure, pre or post heart or lung transplant, Left Ventricular Assist devices, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps, and respiratory failure necessitating Bipap, Hi-Flo Nasal Cannula, or Ventilator support via tracheostomy.

Individuals are drawn to 6 South as it is a unique environment that allows new grad nurses the opportunity to build a strong foundation in time management and develop their critical thinking skills in non-ICU assignments, while also providing an introduction into ICU level of care.

The culture on 6 South is well known for its teamwork and consists of a healthy mix of Registered Nurse and Nurse Techs with anywhere from 1-25 years of experience.

Summary of Responsibilities

Nurse Technicians act as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Responsibilities include taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization and acting as a safety attendant for patients.

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.

Orientation and Training

The role will begin with 2 days of training in a simulation center and 1 day of EPIC training with our Nurse Educators.These are prescheduled classes from 8 am to 4 : 30 pm.

These in person classes will typically fall on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday week 1 of employment.Because these classes are prescheduled, you must attend all full days, and we cannot reschedule any of the required dates if you cannot attend.

Attendance is compensated, as it is required for compliance. The remainder of your training is done on your unit, during the hours of the position you accepted and is also compensated.

In addition, a Nurse Technician is often floated to other departments of higher need based with similar training. If they are outside of a unit with their similar training (like a med-surg NT going to ICU or HDVCH) they would typically just be acting as a safety attendant.

But all typical units they are floated to would have very similar expectations and training.

Required Qualifications

• LIFE SUPPORT Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 90 Days

Some of the benefits provided include :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits


• Life Insurance


• Short & Long Term Disability


• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay


• Retirement Plans


• Discount Program


• Learning Opportunities


• Inclusion Resource Groups

Apply now to learn more about joining a nationally known health system with an ambitious vision. We cannot do it alone. Our people are at the heart of what we do.

Improve health. Inspire hope. Save lives.

Primary Location

SITE - Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Advanced Cardiopulmonary Unit

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

7 : 00 p.m. - 7 : 30 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable, Self Schedule

Every other weekend

Spectrum Health requires all team members to receive the COVID-19 vaccinations subject to certain exclusions based on the team member’s job category.

Spectrum Health is committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

Last updated : 2022-09-23