OVERVIEW This role supports doctors and nurses by collecting patient information, providing treatments and approved medications, and documenting patient care. It also involves monitoring patients, maintaining supplies, helping different units when needed, and participating in activities that improve patient care.
36-hours per night
Nights
AND RESPONSIBILITIES Under direct supervision of RN: Collects patient data and documents in the medical record within scope. Assists physician/RN with procedures as needed. Reviews physician's orders, lab requests, or follow-up needs with patient.
Provides patient treatments as ordered within scope. Documents care provided in the medical record. Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the RN. *Administers specified medications as allowed by policy and procedure and State Practice Act.
Maintains supplies, including scanning, stocking and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies. *Floats to various units based on identified need. Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities. *Wisconsin only EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (unlicensed and temporaries not granted) and/or failed licensing examination after employment in the Mercyhealth organization.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days (other certifications per unit
ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP). Licensed as RN in state of practice within 90 days. Extensions must be approved by HR and leader.
OTHER S KILLS AND ABILITIES Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, basic computer skills are beneficial. LEVEL OF SUPERVISION N/A SUPERVISES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Notes: Would give new grad 30 days from starting as a Nurse Tech 2 to be primary sourced on IDFPR.
$34.45 - $51.68 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
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