Nurse Tech

About the unit  

This unit is a 13-bed Med Surg unit with overflow into ICU. Stroke Certified. We treat our patients as our own family. Accountability, honesty, compassion and courage are very important. We pride ourselves on great team work, collaboration and safe personal care for our patients. Regionals also give you the opportunity to have flexibility with your schedule. Nurse to patient ratio 1:5 for days, up to 1:6 on nights.   

About Pennock Hospital   

We bring the resources of Corewell Health to your local hospital—always with a caring, compassionate approach. We’re invested in our community. The staff here give their best daily to deliver quality care to our community  

Scope of work  

The Nursing Technician role is a fast-paced role requiring strong communication and teamwork skills, regardless of the department you are working in.    

This is a direct patient care role, and duties will include Taking Vitals, Checking Blood Sugar, Wound Care, Bed bathing, Toileting, Ambulating, Catheterization, and acting as safety attendant for patients as needed.  Additionally, you could be involved in Postmortem care.   

Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider.  Performs basic skills per department guidelines and communicates observations to members of the health care team. Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider.  Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.  

How Corewell Health cares for you 

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. 

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv 

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! 

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance 

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings 

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status 

Qualifications 

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent 

• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or 

• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required