ED Tech- Coral Springs (Full Time, Nights)

Miami Children's Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Coral Springs, Florida, is seeking an Emergency Dept Technician to support urgent patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen handling, EKGs, CPR, and equipment readiness.

You will help with patient transport, monitor setup, and discharge paperwork while upholding safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes teamwork with RNs and LPNs, adherence to hospital guidelines, and ongoing competency in CPI and emergency

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 90 days of hire and maintain active status.
• PALS certification within 2 years of hire and maintain active status.
• Minimum 6 months experience in EMT, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy or EKG.

Responsibilities

• Take vitals, collect and deliver specimens to the lab as directed by RN.
• Assist with ventilation, CPR, monitors setup and communications for arrivals.
• Conduct walking rounds with RN/LPN for continuity of care.
• Prepare and handle specimens per guidelines; ensure proper handoff.
• Check, assemble supplies and equipment; maintain safe environment.
• Prioritize patient needs with RN/LPN throughout shift; 12-hour shared schedule.
• Prepare discharge paperwork and school notes for patients and families.
• Provide point-of-care testing and document results in EMR.
• Transport patients within hospital for procedures/admissions.
• Support Time Out safety process with staff and keep records of QoC.

Skills

EMT experience

BLS certified

PALS certified

CPR & first aid

EMR documentation

Communication

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Summary

The Emergency Dept Technician works under the supervision of the Nurse Director and/or Manager and is responsible for the care of patients and assists with patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Accountable for patient care, which incorporates clinical and clerical tasks, planning and implementation, evaluation and intervention skills. Also involves the maintenance, stocking of the rooms during shift and upkeep of the department and equipment and supplies.

Job Specific Duties

• Provides care to patients under the direction of the RN including: taking vitals, collecting & delivering specimens to the laboratory, performing EKG, and assisting in medical procedure.
• Provides care to patients under the direction of the RN including: assisting with ventilation, performing CPR, communicating with arriving cases, setting up all monitors, & checklist completion.
• Conducts walking rounds with RN or LPN to ensure proper bedside handoff and continuity of patient care.
• Prepares for all specimen handling within hospital guidelines and policy. Ensures proper handoff per emergency guidelines and delivery of specimens.
• Checks and assembles supplies, linens and equipment for assigned areas, to promote an efficient and safe environment of care.
• Collaboratively works with RN and LPN to prioritize patient care needs throughout the entire shift. F: Daily/ T: 12 hours R: Shared
• Prepares discharge paperwork and includes school notes to patients and families.
• Provides point of care testing with documentation of results in EMR.
• Actively supports patients by transporting to areas within the hospital for procedures and admissions.
• Promotes safety by actively participating in the "Time Out" process with the medical and clinical staff.
• Accurately performs & records all POC quality controls; documents department refrigerator temperature controls that align to Quality control standards per departmental protocol.
• Provides continuous supervision, observation of behavioral health patients, and adheres to non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).
  

Qualifications

• American Heart Association BLS required within 90 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• American Heart Association PALS required within 2 years of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• At least 6 months experience in EMT, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG or other related healthcare fields

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• EMT license preferred.
• ACLS within 1 year of hire and in good standing throughout employment preferred
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers
• Able to complete basic competency list and specialized skills list for position
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to problem solve to adapt standard nursing procedures to the individual client need
• Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions
• Ability to be flexible and handle reprioritization of patient needs frequently throughout the day
  

Job

Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Primary Location

Florida-Coral Springs-NCH at Coral Springs