About the role#
This position is for current nursing students looking to gain clinical experience as a Healthcare Tech. You will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and support the nursing staff with patient care and unit operations. This is a full-time role that requires on-site work in Urbana, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Assist with unit supplies by stocking nurse servers, cleaning equipment, ordering supplies, and preparing charts.
- Collect patient data, ensure accurate documentation, and perform vital sign measurements.
- Carry out blood glucose monitoring and record patient intake and output.
- Help patients with their activities of daily living and assist with patient transport.
- Support the nursing team during seizure responses for EMU patients.
- Communicate with patients and staff by updating white boards and performing hourly rounding.
- Float to different areas of the hospital as needed and serve as a patient sitter when required.
- Participate as an active member of the healthcare team.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one semester of nursing clinical experience.
- One of the following: current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, completion of CNA coursework within the last 24 months, work experience as a CNA within the last 24 months, or relevant medical military training.
- Successful completion of the Carle HCT In Training Program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Urbana, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $17.89 to $28.98 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About Carle Health
Carle Health operates as a nonprofit healthcare system based in Urbana, Illinois. Founded in 1946, the organization manages eight hospitals and various higher learning institutions throughout the state. It employs over 16,000 people and provides services across specialties including trauma care, oncology, and neuroscience. The system also supports clinical research and medical education.
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