Critical Care Technician - Medical Surgical Intermediate Care, Pavilion 8

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 by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Overview

Pavilion-8, an Intermediate surgical and medical surgical unit with 30 single rooms and the capacity to be a complete intermediate unit, is genuinely committed to providing extraordinary patient care. Our surgical services include ENT, Vascular, Plastic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Surgical oncology, and Urology. Our leadership structure, comprised of a clinical director, an assistant clinical director, clinical nurse managers, and a clinical educator, is dedicated to supporting our staff and patient safety.

 

Pavilion-8 is supported by our unit secretaries, critical care technicians, and registered nurses seven days a week. We work towards having all of our nurses’ cross-trained in surgical intermediate within the first year at Cooper. Pavilion-8 fosters a close relationship with our providers, as our APN’s and Surgical Residents are easily accessible for support, questions, and directions with patient care. They have offices right here on the unit, along with our leadership team and our transitional care team.

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.

Experience Required

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

Education Requirements

• Completed at least one fundamental nursing course in an accredited RN Program
• Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider/ technician program
• High school diploma/GED

License/Certification Requirements

 

AHA Basic Life Support certification.

Special Requirements

Must successfully complete EKG and Phlebotomy training during orientation.