• Nurse Tech

    UnityPoint Health (Des Moines, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Nursing

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.5

    + Department: Inpt Older Adult MH- Luth

    + Shift: Day/Evening Mix 7a-3:30p/3p-11:30p, every other weekend and holiday rotation, 20 hours/week

    + Job ID: 167203

     

    Overview

     

    Student Nurse Tech - Older Adult Behavioral Health - Lutheran

     

    Shift: Part Time Day/Evening Mix, 7a-3:30p/3p-11:30p, every other weekend and holiday rotation, 20 hours/week

     

    Benefits Eligible

     

    Responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).Performs procedures for patients and provides technical services and support. Reports and records observations and contribute to the efficient functionality of the department. Identifies patients' needs and implements care for a group of patients under the supervision of a RN applying skills learned in their initial nursing coursework.

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    + Partners with the RN and other healthcare team members to achieve patient care outcomes and goals of care, as identified in the plan of care.

    + 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.

    Experience:

    + Completion of 1 RN clinical rotation

    License(s) / Certification(s):

    + Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

    + Must possess and maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification or obtain certification within three months from date of hire.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    + Ability to identify patients' needs and implement nursing care for a group of patients under the supervision of a RN/Clinical Instructor.

    + Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.

    + Multicultural sensitivity.

    + Microsoft Office – basic computer skills.

    + Customer/patient focused.

    + Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.

    + Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff.

    + Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.

    Other:

    + Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.