Certified Critical Care Technician-Medical ICU at Cooper University Hospital

Camden, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

29.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Vital Signs Monitoring, Point Of Care Testing, EKG, Foley Catheter Care, Patient Hygiene, Patient Transport, Patient Education, Clinical Documentation, Critical Care Support, Communication Skills, Patient Safety

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

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 The Critical Care Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists with patients’ activities of daily living and supports the overall plan of care. This role involves direct communication with and support for the healthcare team, patients, and their families or significant others. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics and contributing to the delivery of quality patient care within the organization. Support patients’ activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, mobility, transport) and follow standard precautions Perform technical duties as directed by RN (phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care) and document appropriately. Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN and respond appropriately, maintaining safe patient practices Reinforce education for patients and families regarding care needs and safety Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement activities, and assist in orienting new hires. Complete annual hospital and unit-specific competencies by the required due date. Consistently adhere to safety protocols and quality standards to ensure a safe environment and high-quality patient care Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, visitors, and coworkers. Capacity to identify and communicate changes in patient status. Overview The Viner ICU is a 30-bed intensive care unit. The ICU specializes in the care of adult, acutely ill patients in an academic setting. The ICU offers state of the art care with innovative technology and lifesaving interventions. The highly specialized multidisciplinary team is committed to providing expert care to the sickest of the sick in the region. Driven by quality and patient centered care the team delivers advanced critical care for patients needing; ECMO, cardiac surgery, interventional pulmonary care, and other lifesaving treatments. Over the last few years, the ICU received, “The Family Centered Care Innovation Award” and the “2022 ICU Hero’s Award” from the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM). Experience Required 0-2 years’ experience required. Education Requirements High School/GED required. Successful completion of Patient Care Technician training and have an active Patient Care Technician Certification required. License/Certification Requirements AHA Basic Life Support certification required Successful completion of one of these certifications; CPCT-A Special Requirements Part time days, 24 hours a week hours: 7a-7:30p with weekend/holidays rotation Salary Min ($) USD $18.00 Salary Max ($) USD $29.00

Responsibilities

Assist Registered Nurses with patients' activities of daily living and perform technical duties such as phlebotomy and EKGs. Monitor and communicate changes in patient status to ensure high-quality care in a critical care environment.