Nurse Tech Bariatrics

About the Unit

4H is a 22‑bed unit that cares for a variety of medical and surgical patients, specializing in digestive diseases. Our patient population is an even mix of colorectal and bariatric surgical cases, bowel obstruction, kidney failure, cellulitis, and falls. We are an accredited bariatric surgery center that focuses on continuous quality improvement and a dedicated team committed to high‑level care.

Blodgett Hospital is a community and teaching hospital founded in 1846, known for excellent patient‑focused inpatient care in 248 private rooms and comprehensive outpatient services. It emphasizes compassionate, personalized medical care and consistently achieves high patient satisfaction.

Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or provider. Performs basic skills per department guidelines and communicates observations to the healthcare team. Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families, coordinates with the RN or provider, and performs duties such as taking vitals, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating, wound care, catheterization, and acting as a safety attendant.

Ensures accurate and timely documentation.

• High School Diploma or work‑equivalent
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals
• On‑demand pay program powered by Pay Activ
• Discount directory with deals on 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 determined by employment type and status

Primary location:
Blodgett Hospital, 1840 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids.
Department:
Med Surg Care Unit Bariatric 4H Blodgett.

Employment type:

Full time.

Shift: Day (United States of America).
Weekly scheduled hours: 36.
Hours of work: 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.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 in an on‑site or hybrid category to comply with MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirements. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, perform the essential functions of a role, or enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to 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 encourages bringing one’s whole self to work and is vital to our organization.

We advocate for equity as we care for patients, communities, and each other, and invite those who share this commitment to join us. For assistance in completing the application process, call .