Acute Care Technician- (EMT-Basic)

Hometown Health; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Match

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

Renown Health in Reno, NV is seeking an Acute Care Technician (EMT-Basic) to support the care team under supervision of the Unit Manager, Medical Director, physician, or registered nurse. You will provide direct patient care, obtain and document vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, transport equipment and patients, and help with safety and infection control.

Requires EMT-B certification (Nevada or national), BLS, English fluency, and prior CNA/medical field experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to perform duties safely and effectively.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Prior CNA or medical field experience preferred.
• Nevada or National EMT-B certification required at time of hire; Advanced EMT possible for up to 60 days.
• BLS certification by American Heart Association required at time of hire.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word) for online learning and forms.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Accurately obtain and document adult and pediatric vital signs.
• Transport equipment and patients; assist with patient mobility.
• Observe patient safety and apply infection control practices.
• Support care team members with tasks and ensure proper supply stocking.

Skills

CPR

Vital signs

English proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Acute Care Technician- (EMT-Basic)Requisition ID: 189981Department: 200134 Ortho SpineSchedule: Full Time - Eligible for BenefitsShift: NightCategory: NursingApply Now**Purpose:**This position is responsible for providing continuity of business operations, support functions, and direct patient care functions under the supervision of one the following: Unit Manager, Medical Director, Physician, and/or the Registered Nurse. Under direct supervision this position is responsible to provide or assist in activities of daily living, as well as emotional support to Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patients. This position is responsible for accurately obtaining and documenting adult and pediatric vital signs, transporting of equipment/patients, patient mobilization, activities of daily living, observing patients on safety precautions, clerical responsibilities, assisting care team members with various patient care tasks, and ordering and stocking of supplies.## Nature and ScopeWithin the scope established by Renown Health this position provides personal hygiene, mobility, safety and comfort, assistance with activities of daily living, and various direct patient care skills to Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patients as directed by the Unit Manager, Medical Director, Physician, and/or the Registered Nurse. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of the uses of equipment specific to the area of employment. This position is responsible to demonstrate proficiency in body mechanics, fire safety, infection control, patient safety, quality outcomes, CPR and safe handling of hazardous materials.The incumbent assists in procedures to facilitate the proper documentation of the patient care from pre-admission to discharge. This position is challenged to maintain accuracy, communicate effectively, function effectively under stress, and identify and maintain priorities while responding simultaneously to other requests. This position is also challenged to remain courteous and tactful at all times while promoting optimal patient experience and patient outcomes.Additionally, this position must assure proper decontamination of equipment and supplies in accordance with Renown Health policies.This position does provide patient care## Minimum QualificationsRequirements - Required and/or Preferred| **Name** | **Description** || --- | --- || Education: | Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Medical terminology is preferred. || Experience: | Prior experience as CNA or in medical field preferred || License(s): | State of Nevada or Nationally Registered Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) certification required at time of hire; preference to be certified at both the State and National level. May hold an Advanced EMT certification for up to 60 days while awaiting movement into an open Advanced position. || Certification(s): | Obtain and maintain BLS certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) standards required at time of hire. || Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |### DisclaimerThe foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.## BenefitsRenown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.With my CAREER Rewards there's peace of mind in knowing that Renown Health is also fighting for the most important things in your life - family, finances and future. Navigate options and make sure you are getting the most value from your Nursing career with us.### Education Assistance### Paid Time Off### 401(k) Company Match### Flexible Work EnvironmentRenown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.