Nurse Technician PRN Cardiac Progressive Care

NURSE TECHNICIAN PRN

Corewell Health

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.  Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of more than 60,000 dedicated people – including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities –

and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members.  Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.

Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Top 10 Hospitals” in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care for the greater Dearborn, Michigan region since 1953. Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital is verified as a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences (Stroke Center of Excellence), women’s health, heart and vascular, and cancer care.

Clinical staff here have the opportunity to participate in training for residents from Wayne State’s University School of Medicine.

Job Summary:

Under supervision of a Registered Nurse and following hospital policies and procedures, performs various nursing care tasks and treatments on assigned patients.

Unit Summary:

The 4th floor (4NS) is a cardiac progressive care unit.  We have 36 beds with 30 semi-private rooms and 3 semi-private rooms, which includes 1 negative pressure room. Each patient has a telemetry monitor that they are required to wear at all times while on the unit.  We take many types of patients including hemodynamically stable adults aged 18 or greater that require monitoring every four hours. The unit can take pediatric patients aged 14 or greater into a private room with a guardian present.

Common diagnoses include cardiac intervention, pre-CABG, arrhythmias, blood pressure abnormalities, congestive heart failure, substance abuse, and general medical patients. The unit also takes medication drips including antiarrhythmic medications, IV nitroglycerin, heparin, non-titrating dopamine, and IV inotropic (not including levophed, neosynephrine, or labetalol). The unit does not take ventilators or heated high flow oxygen modalities.

The 4th floor is a fast paced, high-energy environment that thrives on teamwork, kindness, and respect from all team members. We provide a supportive yet structured environment to help team members thrive and grow in their career.  We include the family in patient care and decision making.

Standard Qualifications:

Currently enrolled and attending an accredited school of registered nursing. May be enrolled in an (accredited) Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (BSN) or Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) Program.

Note: ADN graduates will be required to sign a BSN completion agreement upon hire/placement in a graduate nurse position.

RN from another state awaiting Michigan Licensure (or) Graduate Nurse from accredited school of nursing awaiting retake of NCLEX or awaiting results of the last exam.

Transcripts must be provided at the time of hire and may be requested for review periodically.

Requires evidence of successful completion of adult medical-surgical rotations – theory and clinical.

Requires current BLS certification.

Other Qualifications:

Requires the interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with patients and their families to calm fears and to exchange detailed patient information with hospital professional staff.

Requires the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Requires the ability to gather and assess patient information from a variety of sources in a timely manner and relay accurate information to professional staff.

Requires basic keyboard familiarity, ability to effectively utilize hospital information and electronic medical record software/system as required.

Essential Duties:

Performs routine bedside nursing activities including: bathing and personal grooming of patients; ambulating, moving and turning patients; assisting patients with bedpans or urinary devices; making patient beds and caring for personal property.

Assists in performing additional nursing procedures such as catheterizations, suctioning, irrigating colostomies, applying restraints, giving enemas, douches and sitz baths or pericare.

Takes vital signs and records intake and output.

Applies and changes sterile and non-sterile dressing using appropriate technique.

Performs more complex nursing procedures and treatments after theoretical preparation and supervised clinical experience.

Keeps professional nursing staff advised of current patient status as well as changes in patient condition as they occur.

Performs assessments and documents accurate, complete and concise patient information on appropriate forms, including flow sheets, activity records, etc.

Participates in nursing staff conferences, in-services and educational opportunities.

Ensures the optimum utilization of personnel, supplies and equipment.

Provides copy of current school transcript to supervisor at the end of each marking period to confirm continued eligibility.

Assists in admitting, transferring and discharging patients.

Assists in pre-operative and post-operative care.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.

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How Corewell Health cares for you

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
• Primary Location
• SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn
• Department Name
• Progressive Care Unit Cardiac 4N 4S - Dearborn Hosp
• Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

0.04

• Hours of Work variable
• Days Worked variable
• Weekend Frequency
• Variable weekends

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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 to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a 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 where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.