Compassionate ED Care Technician

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner is seeking a patient care teammate to support registered nurses in direct patient care. You will perform clinical duties under supervision, document tasks, and help with care planning while maintaining privacy and professional communication.

Requirements: High school diploma, BLS certification, CPI upon hire, and hospital experience preferred. Strong computer skills and teamwork are essential to deliver exceptional, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computers and software used in patient care.
• Strong verbal and written communication for diverse care teams.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized.
• Comfort with handling sensitive patient information.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• Performs clinical duties as competency allows.
• Supports nursing and hospital administration by following policies and procedures.
• Accurately documents patient-related tasks.
• Maintains knowledge and certifications through ongoing development.
• Adapts approach to patient population while protecting privacy.

Skills

Computer literacy

Effective communication

Self-directed

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner is seeking a patient care teammate to support registered nurses in direct patient care. You will perform clinical duties under supervision, document tasks, and help with care planning while maintaining privacy and professional communication.

Requirements: High school diploma, BLS certification, CPI upon hire, and hospital experience preferred. Strong computer skills and teamwork are essential to deliver exceptional, compassionate care.