Job Information
Corewell Health Nurse Technician Discharge Lounge in Grand Rapids, Michigan
About the unit
The Discharge Lounge is a newly renovated space for patients to go prior to leaving the hospital. Our team will collaborate with the nursing teams to determine appropriate patients, transport them down to the Lounge after their discharge instructions are completed, help with any needs while in the Lounge and then bring the patient out to their transportation. The Discharge Lounge focuses mostly on adult patients but occasionally does receive pediatric patients as well.
About Butterworth Hospital
Right in the heart of Grand Rapids, you’ll find a nationally recognized hospital for patient quality and safety and the regional leader in full-service hospitals. Since 1873, we have been growing and building a reputation of excellence in care, diagnostics, treatment, prevention and education. It is the flagship hospital for Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals.
Scope of work
Nurse Tech responsibilities include keeping a list of patients in EPIC that is monitored to determine appropriate patients. Collaborates with the bedside RN team to determine if patient needs their assistance. Assist patients with gathering belongings prior to discharge and preparing for discharge. This can include: taking out IV's, assisting with dressing or going to the bathroom, getting snacks or waters, and answering questions the patient may have. Technicians will also transport patients out of the hospital and to their method of transportation.
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
Primary Location
SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids
Department Name
Mission Control - GR
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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