NCT/Nursing Care Tech On-call/ Trauma Tower 100 Universal

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Have one or more of the following:
1. Kentucky Registered SRNA, or for ED KYRegistered SRNA or EMT
2.RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical
3. Military Medic
4. current/active LPN license
5. Acquired Nursing Care Technician (NCT) competencies through continuous employment in a NCT role at University of Kentucky.
Plus American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid at time of hire is
required.

The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as
well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work
may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable
patients or sharp instruments.

ON CALL POSITION. Must be able to work day, evenings, and/or night shifts with some holiday and weekends. Must work a minimum of 36 hours per month.

Hours are variable between days, evenings, nights with some weekend and holiday requirements. Preferred candidates will be able to work a variety of shifts. This position requires the ability to do orientation of up to 30 hours per week on any shift during your Unit training and once training is completed you must work at least 36 Hours per month. Please note that the first three days will be our UK HealthCare orientation on site at Chandler Hospital from approx. 8:00am-5:00pm. 

This position will serve as the Nursing Care Technician (NCT) for Trauma and Acute Care Surgical Services, Tower 100 in Pavilion A at Chandler Medical Center. This unit provides care to patients requiring acute care from trauma or surgical complications as well as a myriad of other complex medical illness that require frequent observation, specialized monitoring and medical treatment as well as interdisciplinary collaboration. This is primarily an adult acute care unit. Patient conditions include injuries resulting from blunt and penetrating trauma, vascular and non-elective orthopedic surgeries.

As you may be aware from the hiring process, this offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of all pre-employment requirements. This includes a national background check, a drug screen and various health measures (TB testing, updated vaccinations including, but not limited to, MMR, Hepatitis B, Tdap, Influenza.

This position works one on one with Registered Nurse (RN) to complete delegated tasks and provide direct patient care such as: obtain vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, assist with ADL’s (activities of daily living), order and stock supplies, respond to patient call lights, unit orientation, and patient admission, transfer and discharge. Positions may also involve moving patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher, or stretcher to treatment/surgical tables. Handling of specimens and delivery to labs and preparation of patients for surgical procedures may also be required. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing prompt, compassionate, and patient centered care in a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. This dynamic environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the teams of physicians to increase communication, follow through, and enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. The University of Kentucky recognizes the sanctity of the relationship between the health care professional and the patient.

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, honest, trustworthy, and have a strong work ethic. Must enjoy working in a team and also be able to take direction and communicate effectively with staff, patients and their family members. In addition, must also be confident and enjoy working in a fast paced environment. Knowledge of CPR and basic concept of abnormal vital sign parameters is a must. Candidate will also need strong organizational, prioritization, basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the Internet. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid at time of hire is required.

Previous hospital experience is preferred.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.