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FT G50/51 CT (MICU)

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Cleveland Clinic

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Cleveland

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma, BLS certification, one year of patient care experience, critical thinking skills, and physical ability to lift and move patients. Nursing students with clinical rotations can apply.
  • You will monitor vital signs, assist with patient care, maintain cleanliness, perform basic clinical tasks, and communicate findings to the RN while ensuring a positive environment.

Requirements

  • Provides or assists with basic direct patient care activities under the supervision of an RN with technical skills specifically identified on applicable skills checklists for which training and competency have been established.
  • Education:
  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required within new hire period.
  • Nursing students required to have BLS prior to hire.
  • Complexity of Work:
  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Work Experience:
  • Demonstrates proficiency in applied mathematics & reading comprehension at an 8th grade level.
  • One year of recent, full-time patient care experience.
  • Additional education/training may substitute for some/all of the stated experience (i.e. mental health experience).
  • Nursing students who have recently completed a minimum of one clinical rotation as part of an accredited nursing school program may substitute the clinical rotation for the required experience.
  • Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered.
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye-hand coordination; involves extensive standing and walking.
  • Medium Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force rarely, and/or 0 to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.
  • Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
  • Personal Protective Equipment:
  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

  • Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to RN.
  • These include but are not limited to vital signs, weights, assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living, patient transfers/transport, pulse oximetry, point of care testing, application of external monitoring devises , and further technical skills of phlebotomy, clean dressing changes, 12-lead ECG’s, and insertion of urinary Foley Catheters.
  • Assists with keeping patient rooms clean & orderly.
  • Demonstrates a positive, concerned and sensitive response in the workplace.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients and staff.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English and to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to perform basic clinical mathematics.
  • Competencies in both the professional, technical and clinical knowledge domains must be demonstrated in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
  • Maintains personal growth and development through the ongoing process of formal and informal education.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the FT G50/51 CT (MICU)?

The primary role of the FT G50/51 CT (MICU) is to provide or assist with basic direct patient care activities under the supervision of an RN, performing technical skills as outlined in established skill checklists.

What are some specific responsibilities associated with this position?

Responsibilities include reporting abnormal findings to the RN, assisting with personal care and activities of daily living, performing vital signs monitoring, phlebotomy, and maintaining clean patient rooms, among others.

What educational qualifications are required for this role?

A High School Diploma or GED is required for this position.

Are there any certifications required for this job?

Yes, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required within the new hire period, and nursing students must also have BLS prior to hire.

What kind of work experience is required for the FT G50/51 CT (MICU) position?

One year of recent, full-time patient care experience is required, though additional education or training may substitute for some of the experience needed. Nursing students with a completed clinical rotation may also qualify.

What physical requirements must applicants meet?

Applicants must be able to perform full body motion to move and lift patients, have manual dexterity with good eye-hand coordination, and meet physical demand requirements that exceed those for Medium Work.

Is prior military experience considered for this position?

Yes, military experience as a Hospital Corpsman, Combat Medic, or Medical Service Technician will be taken into consideration.

What are the competencies required for this role?

Competencies include critical thinking skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and proficiency in applied mathematics and reading comprehension at an 8th-grade level.

Will personal protective equipment be provided for this role?

Yes, standard precautions using personal protective equipment must be followed as required in this role.

How should candidates discuss salary expectations?

Candidates are encouraged to discuss salary or hourly specifics during the application and hiring process, as advertised salaries may reflect market averages.

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