About the role#
As a Nurse Tech in the PCU, you will assist licensed personnel by providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will work 24 hours per week on a part-time basis at Palm Bay Hospital.
What you'll do#
- Collect, record, and report accurate patient information.
- Perform routine procedures and provide basic care as directed by an RN.
- Respond to call lights and complete assigned tasks promptly.
- Provide respectful service to patients and families, accounting for their individual, cultural, and age-related needs.
- Follow department standards, including purposeful rounding, bedside shift reports, and white board management.
- Access rooms containing IV solutions, medications, and supplies as needed for patient care.
- Communicate with the healthcare team and seek feedback to improve patient experience.
- Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals, including the use of two patient identifiers.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse program.
- Successful completion of hands-on clinical coursework.
- An AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card obtained before your start date and maintained throughout employment.
- Ability to speak and understand English instructions.
- Ability to focus and prioritize multiple activities.
- Must meet unit-specific care requirements.
- Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, turning, or pushing equipment and patients, which may involve weights up to 50 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Palm Bay, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, 7:00am to 7:00pm shift.
About Health First
Health First is a nonprofit health system based in Rockledge, Florida. Founded in 1995, the organization operates four hospitals and provides various outpatient and wellness services. It maintains the largest multi-specialty physician group in Brevard County and offers commercial and Medicare health plans. The system employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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