Nurse technicians provide essential patient care within the Nursing Department, assisting patients under the direction of a registered nurse and supporting departmental activities as outlined in the job description. Staff must provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their certification or registration as required by law and regulation.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and current American Heart Association BLS certification is required; being a Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred but not mandatory. No prior experience is explicitly required, though previous experience as a nurse technician or nursing assistant is preferred.
high schoolTeamworkCommunicationCustomer ServiceDignity And RespectBLS CertificationPatient CareQuality ImprovementSafety PoliciesSpinal Cord Injury CareRehabilitation Care
Job description
Nurse Tech - 3N NightsNight Shift (United States of America) Employment Type Full
Days Compensation: Starting at $18/hr (eligible for increase based on experience) Days Worked Rotating Schedule, Weekend requirement Hours: 36 hrs/week; 7:30pm- 7:00am Primary Location Main Hospital - Grand Rapids, MI Department Name Inpatient - 3N - Spinal Cord Injury Unit Other Benefits: Annual Merit Increases, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision,) PTO, Holiday Pay, PSLF Eligible, Tuition Reimbursement Summary Nurse technicians provide important patient care within the Nursing Department. Under the direction of the registered nurse assigned to each patient, this non-licensed team member assists with patient care and other department activities as outlined in this job description, and communicates effectively with the RN responsible for each patient. Work performed by each Nurse Technician must support the mission, vision, and values of Mary Free Bed. Essential Job Responsibilities Staff will provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation. Quality Pillar of Excellence Patient Care Communication Service Pillar of Excellence Customer Service People Pillar of Excellence Employee communication Employee training and competency assessments Performance evaluations Safety policies Embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, by: Treating everyone with dignity and respect Opening more doors to opportunities for underrepresented cultures Growing talent and people Evaluating and eliminating disparities Taking action against injustices, bias and racism Honoring our differences and how to collaborate Educating staff, patients and the communities we care for Restoring Hope and Freedom, together Customer Service Responsibilities Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information. Responsibilities in Quality Improvement Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service. Essential Job Qualifications Licensure Requirements: None Education: High school graduate or equivalent GED required. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred. Current American Heart Association BLS Course for HealthCare Providers Physical Demands/Work Environment: The work environment described here are representative of those an employee will encounter while working as a nurse technician at Mary Free Bed. The ability to perform these tasks are required in order to provide the necessary patient care required by MFB patients: Experience: None required. Previous experience as a nurse technician or nursing assistant is preferred. Understanding of medical technology and rehabilitation care is preferred. Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification Remain in a stationary position Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Traverse or move around work location Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Use keyboard Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Operate or use department specific equipment None Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder None Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Transport, position, and/or exert force Up to 10 pounds
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Holiday Pay
Health Insurance
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Merit Increases
PSLF Eligible
Frequently (1/3 to 2/3) Up to 25 pounds
Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Up to 50 pounds
Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Up to 75 pounds - None More than 100 pounds - None Other weight: Up to ______ pounds: Other: Due to possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens and hazardous materials, must be able to understand and follow department policies related to employee safety. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@maryfreebed.com. Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic. At Mary Free Bed, we work towards putting everybody in motion. Fueled by our passion for innovative, integrated rehabilitation care, our teams work together to elevate everyone’s potential. Whether you’re here to ensure a safe environment at our hospitals, provide clinical care or help our patients navigate their next appointment, we’re united by the same mission: to restore hope and freedom through rehabilitation. Everyone plays an integral role in defining a better future for ourselves, our patients, and our communities. You included.
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