CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN - Pavilion 8
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Short Description:
Assists the Registered Nurse in providing direct, indirect,and non-patient care responsibilities. Assists patients in dressing/undressing, bathing, or eating. Performs EKG's, collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides clerical support for the patient care unit including transcription, record keeping, and departmental communications. High School diploma or equivalent required with prior hospital/unit secretary experience. Acute care experience preferred. State and Unit Secretary Certification desirable. Certifications: BLS, Phlebotomy, EKG.Assists the Registered Nurse in providing direct, indirect and non-patient care responsibilities. Responsible for the collection of laboratory specimens and performing EKG?s.In addition, provides clerical support for the patient care unit.Assume responsibilities for transcription, record keeping, and intra-departmental and interdepartmental communications.
Special Requirements:
Scheduled Days / Hours: 3rd weekend/holidays; License (or Certification):BLS Required
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
State Certification and Unit Secretary Certification is desirable.
Experience:
Acute Care experience preferred previous hospital/unit secretary experience.
Education and/or experience in phlebotomy/ekg
Required License/Certifications/ Registration:
BLS issued by theAmerican Heart Association.
Other Qualifications:
Additional unit-specific qualifications may be required.