University of Iowa Health Care-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
University of Iowa Health Care's Department of Nursing is seeking a Clinical Technician to perform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Assists with patient admission, transfer and discharge
Completes baseline admission data on patient arrival
Observes patient for changes in physical condition
Demonstrates competency in the performance of technical skills, providing appropriate care with regard to patient's condition and age
Maintains a safe environment for patients and follows standard precautions
Complies with unit, departmental, and hospital policies/standards
Participates in unit based Quality Management programs
Implements emergency care procedure in actual and practice situations
Documents information obtained during tests/procedures
Works as a team member and supports cohesiveness of unit personnel
Performs special duties as identified in unit or divisional policy under direction of the charge nurse
Preserves patient privacy and confidentiality
Contributes to the learning experience of students/new staff
Supports and contributes to the education of patients and families
Follows appropriate organizational channels
Participates in unit and division staff meetings and in services
Demonstrates responsibility in the care and utilization of complex equipment
Performs other projects and tasks as assigned
Incorporates the principles of Service Leadership to ensure positive patient/customer relations
Percent of Time: 50%
Schedule: Night shifts (11 pm - 7:30 am), will include an every other weekend and every other holiday rotation
Location: University Campus, Iowa City, IA
Merit Pay Plan
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
One year of health care experience involving direct patient care
Please include a resume with your submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact the Kylie Guy at kylie-guy@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
