CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN-PEDIATRICS

CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN-PEDIATRICS

Camden, NJ

Job ID 50832 Job Type Part Time

Shift Day

Specialty Nursing / Clinical Support

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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 to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

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.

• Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting / hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport. Demonstrate standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.
• 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.
• Identifies and communicates changes in patient's status to RN and responds appropriately. Demonstrate standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patients

practice.

Overview

The Children's Regional Hospital at Cooper University Hospital is a pediatric facility that consists of several units that meet the diverse needs of pediatric patients : Pediatric unit, Pediatric Intermediate unit (PIMU), Pediatric Kostic Infusion Room (PKIR), and Pediatric Intensive Care unit (PICU).

We provide care for pediatric patients aged 0 to 18 years. We offer subspecialty services through consultation and referral in areas such as Endocrinology, Genetics, Infectious Diseases, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Gastroenterology, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Surgery, Trauma, and Hematology.

The Family-centered rounds are conducted daily with an interdisciplinary care team including physicians, professional nursing services, child life specialists, social services, and nutrition support.

All our pediatric units are secured with restricted access for staff, with visitors gaining entry via monitored access. All pediatric patients wear security tags to assure their safety. Our facilities include a teen room, a spacious playroom for younger patients, and a family waiting room.

Our Pediatric unit and PIMU have 38-bed capacity. The Pediatric unit is in Kelemen building on South 7th and offers 26 beds. The PKIR is also located in Kellemen building on S7th floor. The area consists of large room with two bays and available for inpatient and outpatient procedures, infusions, and various tests.

Experience Required

0-2 years' experience required.

Education Requirements

High School / GED required.

License / Certification Requirements

Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider / technician program

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

AHA Basic Life Support certification - required

Skills

Communication - Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers

Special Requirements

Part time days, 24 hours a week

hours : 7a-7 : 30p, Weekend / holidays with rotation

Hourly Rate Min $17.5

Hourly Rate Max $27

The New Jersey Pay Transparency Act requires disclosure of the pay range for this position.

A salary offer will vary based on the job role, candidate experience, qualifications, internal pay equity and market data.

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