ED Technician

Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN); Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community hospital in Vernon, CT is seeking a Nursing Support professional to deliver compassionate care in the Emergency Department. This full-time position offers generous benefits including vacation, insurance, and opportunities for career growth. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, along with a commitment to patient-centered care.

Benefits

Generous Vacation

Sick Time

401(k) and Insurance Options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Discounts at Local Retailers

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have certification in Basic Life Support upon hire.
• At least one year of patient care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment for patients.
• Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

CPI-Advanced Physical Skills

Job description

Vernon , CT

Nursing Support

Full-time , Day , 36

Posted 04/29/2025

We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and patient care.

What we offer:

• Generous Vacation that is front loaded based on budgeted hours. Ex. 40 hours/ week = 26 days a year!
• Sick Time on an accrual basis
• 401(k)/Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Employee Assistance Program/Voluntary Benefit Options
• Tuition Reimbursement- eligible after 3 months of employment!
• Free Parking at all work sites: MMH- Employee Parking garage and parking lot, RGH- Parking lot
• Perk Spots (Discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers)
• Career Growth within the organization via career ladders, committee involvement, and more.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Works with interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality compassionate care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department. Performs activities which assist the patient in meeting basic human needs and activities of daily living, providing basic patient care to patients under the direction of the RN, LPN, Paramedic, mid-level provider, or physician. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have certification in Basic Life Support upon hire or receive certification within new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role.
• CPI-Advanced Physical Skills (receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN while in this role.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one (1) recent year experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant/Certified Nurse Assistant or at least one (1) current year patient care experience.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English and have basic personal computer skills.
• Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

• In personal and job related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right thing), patient centered(putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences),accountability(being responsible and taking actions),and compassion(being empathetic).
• Provides general aspects of patient care that meet physical and/or psychosocial needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served.
• Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate to the RN any observed changes in patient status and responses. Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
• Collects, reports and assists in documentation of data.
• Performs patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain safe and therapeutic environment as evidenced by observation of appropriate interventions. Performs observation of patients as ordered including safety checks and continuous observation, 1:1 observation and documents appropriately.
• Effectively uses psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) training.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and other members of the health care team.
• Maintains a good rapport/ relationship and a cooperative working relationship with outside agencies i.e. Public safety officials-police, fire, and EMS.
• Performs other duties as assigned, to promote efficient functioning of the unit. Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures. Assists with preparation of equipment and procedures. Monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed.
• Responds appropriately and in a timely manner to patient requests, including prompt acknowledgement of patient call bell. Maintains patient comfort and privacy.
• Maintains an awareness of activity in all areas of the department, offering assistance to others whose workload may be heavier. Makes good use of downtime.
• Demonstrates the ability to assist providers with treatments/special procedures and the ability to use related equipment.
• Collects, correctly labels and sends specimens to the Lab as ordered.
• Facilitates patient preparation for evaluation – undressing, placing on noninvasive blood pressure monitor, ECG monitor, and pulse oximetry.
• Performs duties as oriented, including EKG’s, phlebotomy, point of care testing, crutch walking, dressing changes, air casts, ace wraps, and splinting.
• Receives and carries out instructions accurately and promptly. All patient care activities are delegated by and supervised by the registered nurse, mid-level provider or physician.