Job Description
About us
At
Cooper University Health Care
, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.
Short Description
Assist RN and physician staff with care of critically ill and injured patients.
Responsible for stocking and ordering of equipment and supplies and maintaining a 24 hour ready status in all units.
Responsible for cleaning, maintenance and stocking of unit equipment and supply in procedure carts.
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Overview
The
Trauma
/Surgical ICU (TSICU) is a 28-bed critical care unit specializing in the care of
trauma
tically injured patients or those patients undergoing complex surgeries requiring close monitoring and care. Patients are admitted directly from the ED, the Ross
Trauma
Admitting Area, or the operating room.
Patients usually cared for in this area include those with
trauma
tic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, rib fractures and lung injuries, as well as diverse orthopedic injuries requiring frequent monitoring and care.
Many patients cared for
the in
the TSICU
are
poly-
trauma
, with injuries involving more than one body system. Common surgical patients include those undergoing Whipple procedures, esophagectomies, gastrostomies, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. The unit is staffed with registered nurses, critical care technicians,
trauma
surgery nurse practitioners, resident physicians and attending
trauma
surgeons. Staff also work closely with respiratory therapy and specialized surgical groups such as orthopedics and neurosurgery. Nurses and critical care technicians working in this area receive education specific to the care of the
trauma
patient.
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Experience Required
EMT Field and pre-hospital experience.
EKG, Phlebotomy, ACCU-Check.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
License/Certification Requirements
Current New Jersey EMT certification or eligible for reciprocity, NREMT preferred.
Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support).
Special Requirements
full time nights, 36 hours a week
hours: 7p-7:30a with weekend/holiday rotation
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Night shift, Weekend work,