Diversified Technician

Company: Singing River Health System
Facility: Ocean Springs Hospital at Ocean Springs
Department: Surgical Nursing - Oncology


Position OverviewThe Diversified Technician (as designated): Provides basic nursing care (i.e. personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines, a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse, and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control, and Singing River Health System Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment and Services will be utilized. Functions as a member of the nursing unit team by performing routine clerical and receptionist duties as designated by the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager/Shift Leader. Assists in patient care by monitoring all patients on cardiac telemetry units; identifies rhythms, changes, and dysrhythmias; maintains communication with nursing; and states/reports to the Charge Nurse.
This individual must be forthcoming, honest and cooperative in departmental matters involving self or others, and must promote the SRHS mission of world class healthcare and wellness and understands that the SRHS Corporate Compliance Program places the burden of proof on the provider to show that there was no intent to commit fraud.
Commitment to SRHS MissionThis individual must be forthcoming, honest and cooperative in departmental matters involving self or others, and must promote the SRHS mission of world class healthcare and wellness. He/She must understand that the SRHS Corporate Compliance Program places the burden of proof on the provider to show that there was no intent to commit fraud.
EducationMust be a high school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from a Nurse Aide program and/or equivalent experience. If certified, program must be recognized by State of Mississippi Department of Health. Must be able to successfully pass a basic EKG course and identify rhythms and arrhythmias (if applicable).
Certification/sComplete and maintain BCLS certification.
ExperienceAppropriate nursing practice/experience within the past three (3) years.
Reports toRN responsible for patient care management/patient care during a shift and Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager on a 24 hour basis.
SupervisesNone
Mental DemandsKeen mental faculties to perform data collection and patient care. Communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress level for 6-8 hours/8 hour shift associated with care of acute patient/SO, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of patients and families, and demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians, and other health care workers
Physical DemandsStands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses many physical motions in performing day-to-day activities. Auditory acuity to hear verbal communication and gather data using auscultory skills. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 6-7 hrs per 8 hr shift and adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing undue fatigue. Must have high energy level and be capable of handling high pressure situations. May be exposed to communicable disease or radiation. Full-time Days High School/GED