Diversified Tech - Emergency Services | Full Time | Days

Singing River Health System Gulfport; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-of-industry benefits

Professional pathways

Job summary

Singing River Health System is seeking a Diversified Technician to provide basic nursing care under RN supervision and follow established care plans. The role includes routine clerical duties, adherence to infection control guidelines, and active collaboration with the nursing team.

The position requires a high school diploma (CNA preferred), Florida? certification or BCLS compliance upon hire, and prior healthcare experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent; CNA preferred.
• Certified in Mississippi as a Nursing Assistant preferred; BCLS certification required by hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care per predefined guidelines and plan of care established by RN.
• Perform routine clerical and receptionist duties as designated by the Nurse Manager or RN.
• Maintain safety and infection control standards and support patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

De-escalation training

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) program

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Computer proficiency

Job description

At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day. With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.

Shift: Dayshift, 7am-7pm. 36 hours week/rotating weekends. Location: Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital

Job Description Summary

The Diversified Technician provides basic nursing care (i.e. personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines; a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse, and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse; the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control; and Singing River Health System Department of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment and Services. He/She functions as a member of the nursing unit team by performing routine clerical and receptionist duties as designated by the Nurse Manager, Patient Care Coordinator or Registered Nurse. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) program preferred. Hospital / healthcare experience and/or on the job training may be accepted in lieu of formal education.

License

N/A

Certifications

Certified in Mississippi as a Nursing Assistant preferred. Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer. Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.

Experience

Nursing Assistant experience preferred. Experience working in an Emergency Department preferred. Must have equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Reports to

Patient Care Coordinator

Supervises

None

Physical Demands

Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard. Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision. Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

Mental Demands

Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.

Special Demands

Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word. Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

About Us

If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Singing River is both a mission-driven healthcare provider and one of the largest employers on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We offer best‑of‑industry benefits, scheduling options, and professional pathways for our employees. Within each of our three hospitals and 50+ primary care and specialty clinics, you'll find a team devoted to quality, teamwork, and service.