CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN - KELEMAN 10 NORTH

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.

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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

Kelemen 10 is a medical-surgical unit that cares for patients who have various needs and disease processes. Both North and South 10 have Telemetry capabilities for our patients. Each side houses36 patients to a maximum of 72 patients.

South 10 has a 12-bed Intermediate Care Unit embedded within the 36-bed unit. INCU has critically care-trained RNs who support the patient's needs and care for ventilated patients.

South 10 also has 2 negative pressure isolation rooms with an anti-room that is used when needed for specific isolation needs.

We do multidisciplinary rounds Monday – Friday. This involves the patient in their care and allows the team members to collaborate with the patient to give them the best possible care and appropriate dischargeto home or other facilities. We have a pharmacist who has an office on the unit to assistthe RNs when needed to help avoid delay of care to any patient.

Experience Required

0-2 years preferred.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

License/Certification Requirements

AHA Basic Life Support certification required.

At least one of the below qualifications/certifications must be met for hire.

-Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider/ technician program

-Completed at least one fundamental nursing course in an accredited Nursing Program

-1 year or more patient care experience in a similar role.

Special Requirements

7AM-7PM.