E.R. Technician (AAMC) - PT (.3) - Days

Luminis Health Inc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 28,571 - 33,696; Full time

Job summary

Luminis Health Inc. in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient and family care in a developmentally and ethically appropriate manner.

You will perform data collection, assist with treatments, document care, and help transport medications while maintaining policy adherence and patient safety. The position requires a high school diploma and current Maryland Nursing Assistant certification with BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Maryland Nursing Assistant certification required.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in patient care data collection and unit-specific treatments as directed.
• Processes medical staff orders and communicates urgent requests to the care provider.
• Documents all care and treatment in the patient record.
• Transports medications and ensures secure handling per policy.
• Maintains adequate supplies and equipment for the unit.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Vital signs

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Objective

Provides direct care to patients and families in a developmentally, culturally, and ethically appropriate manner.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Participates in patient care data collection and unit-specific treatments as directed by staff nurse and in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures, to include IVs, phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, foley catheter, vital signs, wound care, measure for crutches and TEDS. Assists the orthopedic and emergency physicians, PA/NPs with the management of fracture reduction, dislocations, and the application of casts. Applies slings, ace wraps, crutches/canes, immobilizers, plaster, fiberglass and preformed splints and instructs patients in their proper care and use.
2. Processes written medical staff orders in accordance with established policy and procedure. Labels blood tubes/lab specimen correctly 100%; communicates STAT or urgent orders to the care provider.
3. Documents all care and treatment provided to patients, i.e. height, weight Point of Care Testing via computerized documentation.
4. Transports medications, as necessary during the usual course of transporting patients within the institution, in keeping with policy and procedure regarding medication security. Ensures that medication is delivered to persons authorized to handle medication according to Luminis Health policy.
5. Maintains adequate levels of supplies and equipment as defined by the unit, department, or initiative.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required License/Certifications

• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS
• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands - Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay Range

$20.74—$24.46 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

Benefit offerings based on employment status.

General Statement

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.