ED Technician, Full-Time

saintlukes; Garnett (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke's Health System in Garnett, KS is seeking an ED Technician to support nursing staff with direct and indirect patient care in the emergency department. Responsibilities include bathing, hygiene, feeding, hydration, and ambulation, while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

As part of the ED team, you will perform regular rounds and maintain department competency, with opportunities for training. CNA/EMT certification or Fundamentals of Nursing course is preferred; training is provided

Qualifications

• BLS certification required or preferred (AHA/Red Cross).
• Nursing assistant or EMT certification, or Fundamentals of Nursing course equates to 6 months' experience.
• Six months' ED Technician or CNA experience preferred; training available if no prior experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, hygiene, feeding, hydration, and mobility.
• Perform regular patient rounds and monitor safety in the ED.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team and document care as delegated by RN.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

Nursing assistant certification or EMT certification or Fundamentals of Nursing course (6 months experience equivalence)

Job description

Job Description

The ED Technician is responsible for performing direct and indirect patient care tasks as delegated by the Registered Nurse. The ED Technician functions under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. The primary responsibility of the ED Technician is to provide basic patient care such as bathing and hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition feeding and hydration, and ambulation and positioning in the emergency room setting. The ED Technician supports patient safety and patient satisfaction by performing regular patient rounds in the emergency room, maintaining emergency department specific competency and effectively communicating with all team members. A nursing assistant certification, EMT certification, or completion of the Fundaments of Nursing course is equal to 6 months of experience.

Six months experience or greater as an ED Technician or CNA preferred. Applicants with no experience must successfully complete the SLHS nursing support training program as a condition of hire to the emergency room.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross

Job Details

Full Time

Night (United States of America)