Student Nurse Technician- North 6 General Surgery- Methodist
US-IA-Des Moines
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Req #: 167555
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 for full-time offers Full-Time Weekend Package Days 7am-7:30pm or Part-Time Day/Evening Combo 7am-7:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm North 6 is a fast-paced acute care surgical unit specializing in colorectal and bariatric sleeve procedures, while also providing expert care for patients with diverse medical diagnoses. As a designated Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery, we take pride in delivering top-tier outcomes through innovative practices and a patient-centered approach. Our unit partners closely with the Physician Surgical Residency Program, offering team members the opportunity to work in a collaborative, teaching-focused environment that supports professional development and continuous learning. If you're passionate about surgical care, thrive in a collaborative setting, and want to be part of a team that's making a real impact-North 6 is the place for you. Responsibilities: * Performs specific tasks as directed by the RN and other healthcare team members as identified in the PCT role. Consults and seeks out guidance from RN and/or other healthcare team members, as appropriate and when completing new or unfamiliar tasks or duties. * Tasks include but are not limited to: * Activities of Daily Living * Answering patient call lights * Assisting with simple procedures defined in the work area * Taking and recording vital signs and weights * Transporting patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens * Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment * Obtains, records and/or accurately enters data into the EMR. Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient's care. * Verbally presents factual, concise, and timely information and/or patient care data to the RN, the healthcare team, patients and/or family members in a professional manner. Qualifications: Education: * Enrolled in a formal BSN or ADN nursing program to include completion of introductory clinical nursing course with clinical component. Team members within UPH-DM may remain in Student Nurse tech role for up to 6-months after passing the board and achieving RN license. License(s)/Certification(s): * Must possess and maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification or obtain certification within three months from date of hire. Experience: * Completion of 1 RN clinical rotation Other: * Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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