ED Patient Care Technician — Fast-Paced Emergency Care

Brown-University-Health-1; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union: International Brotherhood Team-

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a dedicated clerical and patient care assistant for the Emergency Department, supporting patients from arrival to departure. You will collaborate with registered nurses, perform essential care tasks, and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

The role emphasizes patient advocacy, safety, and accurate documentation, with required BLS certification and RI CNA credentials. Shifts include 7am-730pm every other weekend/holiday.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Current Rhode Island registrations as a certified Nursing Assistant or Graduate of a Medical assistant training program (9 months or longer).
• Certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS).
• Knowledge to provide care to patients with aging and developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in emergency department patient care from arrival to discharge.
• Collaborate with RN to set priorities and organize work.
• Administer direct patient care and assist with ADLs.
• Perform procedures and treatments per standards and protocols.
• Assist in admissions, transfers, and discharge of patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and document accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High school graduate

Certified Nursing Assistant (RI)

BLS certification

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Brown University Health seeks a dedicated clerical and patient care assistant for the Emergency Department, supporting patients from arrival to departure. You will collaborate with registered nurses, perform essential care tasks, and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

The role emphasizes patient advocacy, safety, and accurate documentation, with required BLS certification and RI CNA credentials. Shifts include 7am-730pm every other weekend/holiday.