E.R. Technician (DCMC) - PT (.6) - D/E

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Luminis Health in Lanham, MD seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide direct, patient‑centered care in a developmentally and culturally sensitive manner. You will assist with data collection, basic treatments, and support to the care team during routine and urgent care.

This role requires a High school diploma or equivalent, American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS, and current Maryland Nursing Assistant certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.
• Current Nursing Assistant certification by the Maryland Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Participates in patient care data collection and unit‑specific treatments as directed by staff nurse and in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Processes written medical staff orders and labels blood tubes/lab specimens correctly; communicates STAT or urgent orders to the care provider.
• Documents all care and treatment provided to patients, including height and weight, and performs point‑of‑care testing via computerized documentation.
• Transports medications as necessary during routine patient transport within the institution, following medication security policy and ensuring delivery to authorized persons.
• Maintains adequate levels of supplies and equipment as defined by the unit, department, or initiative.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Documentation

Vital Signs

Phlebotomy

IV Therapy

Team Collaboration

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

• Participates in patient care data collection and unit‑specific treatments as directed by staff nurse and in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures, including IVs, phlebotomy, 12‑lead EKG, Foley catheter, vital signs, wound care, measuring for crutches and TEDS, assisting orthopedic and emergency physicians, PA/NPs with fracture reduction, dislocations, and cast application. Applies slings, ACE wraps, crutches/canes, immobilizers, plaster, fiberglass, and preformed splints and instructs patients in proper care and use.
• Processes written medical staff orders in accordance with established policy and procedure. Labels blood tubes/lab specimens correctly 100%; communicates STAT or urgent orders to the care provider.
• Documents all care and treatment provided to patients, including height and weight, and performs point‑of‑care testing via computerized documentation.
• Transports medications as necessary during routine patient transport within the institution, following medication security policy and ensuring delivery to authorized persons per Luminis Health policy.
• 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, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those encountered 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