Advanced ED Tech: Critical Care Support Specialist

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Kentucky is seeking an ED Tech Advanced at West Hospital to provide direct patient care under the guidance of an RN, adhering to federal, state and local regulations and department policies.

The responsibilities include vital signs, labs, ECGs, wound and IV care, colostomy care, patient transport and accurate documentation; you will communicate changes to nurses, participate in rounds, support safety and compassionate care, with prior ED/EMT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as an LPN, ED Tech, or Advanced EMT (required).
• High School Diploma or GED required; Advanced EMT certification preferred.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred; AEMT certification preferred or required if employed in SC.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN guidance following policy and safety guidelines.
• Perform ECGs, lab draws, basic wound care and other unit duties as directed.
• Assist with colostomy care, IV insertion/removal, IV site care, and patient transport.
• Complete patient rounds and accurate documentation; communicate changes to nursing staff.
• Promote quality and safety, respond to crises, and handle duties under stress.

Skills

Computer literacy

Monitor conditions

Record medical history

CPR

ECG

IV insertion

IV removal

IV site care

Foley catheter

Wound care

Patient transport

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Active listening

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) program (preferred)

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Kentucky is seeking an ED Tech Advanced at West Hospital to provide direct patient care under the guidance of an RN, adhering to federal, state and local regulations and department policies.

The responsibilities include vital signs, labs, ECGs, wound and IV care, colostomy care, patient transport and accurate documentation; you will communicate changes to nurses, participate in rounds, support safety and compassionate care, with prior ED/EMT experience preferred.