Nursing Care Tech/On-Call/ GSH PACU
Full Time
Job Title
Nursing Care Tech/On-Call/ GSH PACU
Requisition Number
DU12378
Department Name
H6300:Perioperative Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$16.20/hr
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
On Call
Required Education
High School
Required Related Experience
None
Required License/Registration/Certification
Have one or more of the following: 1.) RN Nursing student who has completed the first clinical nursing course (class and clinical) of nursing school or 2.) A valid, current Kentucky State Registered Nursing Certificate (SRNA) or 3.) Experience as a military medic or 4.)ED ONLY: Emergency Medical Technician Certificate (EMT) or 5.) active LPN license or 6.) Nursing Care Technician (NCT) competencies through continuous employment in a NCT role at University of KY, plus AHA BLS CPR.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Must be able to work a variety of Day/Evening/Night shifts – at least 36 hours / month. Some weekends and holidays will be required.
Job Summary
This position works one on one with Registered Nurse (RN) to complete delegated tasks and provide direct patient care such as: obtain vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, assist with ADL’s (activities of daily living), respond to patient call lights, unit orientation, and patient admission, transfer and discharge.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, continuous, and patient centered care in a collaborative work environment. The environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
SRNA + 2 MONTHS OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Deadline to Apply
11/05/2024
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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