Critical Care Technician - Neuro ICU - Trenton - Full Time - Nights

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range $18.57 - $23.23
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36

Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)
Functions as an integral part of the patient care team by assisting the professional staff in delivering indirect and direct patient care according to unit specific functions. Performs Phlebotomy, glucometer testing and EKG responsibilities as required. Performs clerical duties, computer system tasks, supply maintenance, and other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or equivalency.

Experience:

Experience as an EMT or successful completion of EMT Academy, military medic, PCA in an acute care or equivalent skill in long-term care setting, completion of a medical assistant program, or successful completion of two clinical semesters of an accredited nursing school.
Other Credentials: AHA BLS. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period
4 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if assigned to:
Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation
Knowledge and

Skills:

Proficient in English, verbal and written communication.
Special Training:
Certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) preferred. In lieu of CNA certification, successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment.
Mental, Behavioral And Emotional Abilities Usual Work Day:8 Hours
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? No
If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
Essential Functions

• Provides for safety aspects of patient care (assists with patient restraints, uses correct transfer techniques, follows falls precautions, responds appropriately to emergency situations).
• Provides personal care (bathing, mouth care, evening care, incontinence care to patients under the direction of the RN.
• Applies appropriately basic dressings, slings, splints, antiembolism and sequential pressure stockings under the direction of the RN.
• Collects specimens such as stool, urine and sputum on a timely basis.
• Empties and cleans ostomy and other device bags efficiently. Records accurate intake and output per unit standards.
• Provides for nutrition of patients. Feeds, monitors tube feedings, delivers nourishment, counts calories timely an accurately.
• Makes pertinent observations about patients. Documents accurate and timely observations in patient records and reports findings to RN.
• Assists with post mortem care.
• Assists with CPR under the direction/supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
• Performs Phlebotomy accurately and stocks Phlebotomy and IV trays for unit. Performs accurate glucometer testing. Performs EKG's as determined by unit and following competency attainment. Performs accurate vital signs and pulse oximetry.
• Stocks supplies as required by designated unit. Maintains a well cleaned, organized environment. Performs other duties as assigned: willingness to adapt to changing department needs. Maintains patient and medication refrigerator logs.
• Checks and signs name to Unit Code Cart/Carts for operational performance each shift. Notifies clinical equipment and charge nurse of any malfunctioning defibrillator in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent physical demands include:
Sitting , Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl
Occasional physical demands include:
Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Continuous physical demands include:
Talk or Hear
Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.
Sensory Requirements include:
Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color…