Critical Care Technician

Catholic Health Initiatives; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI Health Lakeside seeks a Critical Care Technician for the Emergency Department. This full-time role provides direct patient care, monitors patients, and supports the care team with administrative duties in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs and vital signs under RN guidance, operating the central monitoring station, transcribing orders, scheduling tests, and ensuring equipment readiness. CNA certification and BLS are required on hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• CNA certification required.
• Active on the Nebraska Nurse Aide Registry required.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care, including ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, patient transport, and comfort measures under RN direction.
• Operate central monitoring station, admit/discharge patients, assign arrhythmia monitoring, adjust alarms, and troubleshoot monitor issues.
• Transcribe physician orders, schedule tests/appointments, manage medication deliveries, and maintain organized patient charts.
• Clean and maintain equipment and restock supply areas to ensure unit readiness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Active Nebraska Nurse Aide Registry

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

We seek a highly motivated Critical Care Technician (CCT) to join our fast-paced Emergency Department. This essential full-time role supports patients, Registered Nurses, and the healthcare team by combining direct patient care with vital monitoring and administrative duties. The CCT ensures efficient workflow and contributes to exceptional patient outcomes in a high-acuity setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: Perform and assist with ADLs, basic nursing care (e.g., vital signs, specimen collection), patient transport, and comfort measures under RN direction. Promptly respond to call lights and patient requests.




• Critical Monitoring: Meticulously operate the central monitoring station, including admitting/discharging patients, assigning arrhythmia monitoring, adjusting alarm limits (RN directed), validating alarms, and printing/posting recordings. Proactively troubleshoot monitor issues and elevate critical alerts to nursing staff.




• Administrative & Clerical Support: Accurately transcribe and enter physician orders, schedule appointments/tests, and manage medication deliveries. Provide comprehensive clerical support using various communication systems (phone, paging, computer, fax) and maintain organized patient charts.




• Unit Readiness: Clean and maintain specialized equipment and restock designated supply areas to ensure operational readiness

Job Requirements

Required

• Minimum 16 years of age (state requirement).


• Current and valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.


• Active on the Nebraska Nurse Aide Registry.


• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association upon hire

Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, high attention to detail, strong analytical and multitasking abilities, adaptability, and resilience in a fast-paced, critical environment.

Where You'll Work

CHI Health Lakeside is West Omaha's only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body, mind, and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable, less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world, we provide a full range of services including: maternity, cancer and surgery care as well as diagnostics and emergency services.

Pay Range

$16.42 - $23.19 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.