Acute Care Technician - Precision Abdominal Med Surg

Location: 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Work Schedule: Full Time Days - (72 hours bi-weekly) 6:30am - 7:00pm Every 3rd weekend rotation Holiday rotation The Abdominal Unit at Good Samaritan Hospital is a 25-bed unit specializing in the post-operative and medical care of patients with diverse abdominal and gynecological needs. From bariatric surgeries like gastric bypass and gastric sleeve to hysterectomies and other general surgical procedures, this unit is at the forefront of surgical recovery. Patients also come to the unit with complex medical conditions such as small bowel obstructions (SBO), gynecological oncology issues, and those requiring advanced therapies like NG tubes, TPN, and electrolyte replacement. The care team is highly skilled in managing wound vacs, surgical drains, and ostomies, with the added capability of remote telemetry monitoring. The unit fosters a supportive and flexible work environment, offering 12-hour shifts with self-scheduling. Nurses work within a 6-week schedule that incorporates weekend and holiday rotations, ensuring a healthy balance between work and personal life. New nurses are welcomed with a 6-week competency-based orientation guided by an experienced preceptor. This training provides hands-on experience and education tailored to each nurse's unique needs, building expertise in abdominal and gynecological care, remote telemetry, and post-operative recovery protocols. Staffing ratios are designed to maintain high-quality care: Day Shifts: 1:4-5; Night Shifts: 1:5-6.Welcoming both experienced RNs and new graduates, the Abdominal Unit provides an exciting and challenging environment where nurses can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Job Responsibilities: Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under RN supervision; maintains competency in trained skills, completes assignments on time, and seeks clarification when needed. Maintains a safe, clean environment by reporting hazards, following Infection Control policies, completing safety event reports, and adhering to safety and emergency procedures. Communicates effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and team members; reports patient information and assignment issues promptly; documents observations accurately; collaborates with the healthcare team and uses the chain of command appropriately. Supports unit operations by performing supply, equipment, and environmental tasks; reports shortages or equipment problems and ensures supplies/equipment are ready for the next user. Demonstrates accountability and commitment to self-growth; identifies areas for improvement and supports organizational and unit changes. Other Job-Related Information: The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advancement of degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice, and all nurses to foster, support and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.