What are the responsibilities and job description for the CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN - MEDICAL SURGICAL, PAVILION 7 position at Cooper University Health Care?
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Short Description
- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists with patients' activities of daily living and plan of care.
- Communicates with and supports healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
Overview
Pavilion 7 is a medical-surgical unit that has a specialty focus on both orthopedic and neurological diagnoses. This 30-bed unit features 8 beds designed for our stroke population as part of Cooper University's Comprehensive Stroke Center, as well as 3 EMU beds for seizure monitoring. Telemetry monitoring is available in 10 of the unit beds when needed. The nursing staff provides caring, individualized attention to all patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with collaborative interdisciplinary team members.
Experience Required
1 year or more patient care experience in a similar role.
Education Requirements
- Completed at least one fundamental nursing course in an accredited RN Program
- Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider/ technician program
- High school diploma/GED
License/Certification Requirements
AHA Basic Life Support certification.
Special Requirements
Must successfully complete EKG and Phlebotomy training during orientation.
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