Ocular care technician job description

Primary Location: Connecticut-Norwich-Backus Hospital (10309) Job: Critical Care / ICUOrganization: Backus HospitalJob Posting: Oct 7, 2022 Critical Care Tech - CCU - (22163681) Description Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

The Florence H. Busby Critical Care Unit at Backus Hospital is a 12 bed unit which coordinates and delivers a high degree of critical cares services by caring for patients as a multidisciplinary team with competence, compassion and humility. Our patients have a wide variety of medical and surgical ailments, and include referrals from Windham Hospital and the Plainfield Emergency Department. Our staff consists of Registered Nurses, Techs, a group of engaged Interventionists, and 24/7 Respiratory Therapy coverage. Through living our values of trust, integrity and excellence, we work together to provide the highest levels of personalized, compassionate care to our patients at the times they need it most.

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the clinical director, clinical coordinator, Registered Nurse (RN), the Critical Care Technician (CCT) will assist in the delivery of care to patients and their family. The CCT fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care that fosters the best interest and well-being of the patient and family. Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Must successfully complete the competency in basic dysrhythmia recognition within first 90 days of employment. Must successfully complete the Critical Care Technician Exam provided by the organization within the first 90 days of hire.
Experience: One (1) year of experience in health care or other comparable field required.
License and Certification: CNA; Completion of the PCT Core Curriculum exam from a certificate program required; Or presently enrolled in Registered Nurse Preparation Program having completed one semester of a Medical/Surgical clinical rotation.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Education: Advanced education in medical terminology, completion of a two (2) year program in a health related field.
Experience: Two (2) years in an acute care setting.
License and Certification: Health Unit Coordinator Certified; Licensed Practical Nurse.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use). Working knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent interpersonal skills to enhance effective communication with hospital personnel, patients and the public. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and communicate effectively in order to provide information and instruction. Ability to manage time and meet deadlines in a stressful work environment. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Must be organized, flexible and a team player. Demonstrates initiative in all job related activities. Working knowledge of windows based software.
PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING Requires the ability to exercise discretion and use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with little direction. Work is subject to general review only and requires considerable accuracy and responsibility. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. RegularStandard Hours Per Week: 36Schedule: Part-time (2 - 39 hours) Shift Details: 7a - 730p; every 3rd weekend; rotating holidays.

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.

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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.

1. Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.2. Performs technical duties as directed by RN, such as phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, Foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately.3. Identifies and communicates changes in patient's status to RN and responds appropriately. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.4. Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues.5. Participates in Cooper patient satisfaction initiatives and goals. Participates in the performance improvement activities. Assists in orientation of new hires.6. Completes annual unit-specific competencies by specified due date.7. Attends Staff Meetings when available for documents review of staff meeting minutes.8. Assists in admission, transfers and discharges of patients to and from the unit.

Experience Required

Qualifications

* Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider/ technician program
* Completed at least one fundamental nursing course in an accredited RN Program
* 1 year or more patient care experience in a similar role.

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

Skills

* Communication - Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers
* Successful phlebotomy/EKG competency must be completed during orientation

Education Requirements

High School / GED

License/Certification Requirements

AHA Basic Life Support certification - required

Special Requirements

Scheduled Days / Hours: Full time days, 36 hours a week, Varied

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