Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Burn Tech provides patient care to acutely ill/injured burn patients 7days/week, 365 days/year; the Burn Tech primarily assists the Registered Nurse (RN) in providing wound care. This includes coordinating dressing changes, setting up dressing supplies, assisting with dressing changes, applying topical medications and moisturizers under the direct supervision of an RN, discarding soiled dressing change materials and cleaning equipment. In addition, the Burn Tech may transport patients, obtain vital signs, assist in ADL’s, assist in equipment set-up (e.g. electro-cautery), manage supplies and equipment and apply and remove splints. Additionally, the position requires organizing, clerical duties, cleaning, stocking work area in the unit, and other duties as assigned.

Apply By Date

(4/14/2024);

Minimum Qualifications

• Paid or volunteer clinical experience in a burn unit, surgical ICU, or trauma unit
• Recent burn technician experience and/or currently enrolled as a nursing student
• Knowledge of supplies and equipment used for wound care, splint, and positioning
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of practice and protocols related to Burn Unit environment
• Knowledge of the nursing process
• Ability to work with wounds and dressings to care for burn patients.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program at an accredited school of nursing

Department Description

Coordinating dressing changes, setting up dressing supplies, assisting with dressing changes, applying topical medications and moisturizers under the direct supervision of an RN, discarding soiled dressing change materials and cleaning equipment. In addition, the Burn Tech may transport patients, obtain vital signs, assist in ADL’s, assist in equipment set-up (e.g. electro-cautery), manage supplies and equipment and apply and remove splints. Additionally, the position requires organizing, clerical duties, cleaning, stocking work area in the unit, and other duties as assigned

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $32.36
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Payroll Title: HOSP AST 3 PD
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 20%
• Shift Hours: 6, 8, 12 hour Variable days, night, weekends, and holidays
• Location: Surgery & Emergency Serv PAV, Sacramento
• Union Representation: Yes, EX
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to stand for several hours while wearing gown, mask, eye protection, gloves, hair covering, shoe covering and to assist with dressing changes.
• Must be willing to work variable days (including weekends and holidays) and hours as required to meet the operational needs of the Burn Unit.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and push and pull up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long hours, physical strength to assist in moving patients and equipment.

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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