ED Technician I - 0.8 - Nights - Emergency @ MV

El Camino Health; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

El Camino Health in Mountain View seeks a dedicated ED support nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role includes rotating to oversee patients and families in the ED waiting area and assisting triage with medical information and care needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and strong English communication, with the ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Clear verbal and written English communication with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to stay calm and deliver care in stressful ED environment.
• Ability to adapt, prioritize and function in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision in the ED.
• Oversee patients and families in waiting area and assist with triage information.
• Support staff and communicate medical necessity and care plans.

Skills

Clear communication in English

People skills

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

National Registered Paramedic (NREMT)

Basic Lifesaving Certification (ACLS/First Aid)

Job description

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

FTE 0.8

Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours 64

Work Shift Night: 8 hours

Job Description

As part of the unit based team, this position is responsible for providing direct and indirect care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department

Key Responsibilities

In addition to providing clinical care for patients, this position also rotates to oversee the patients and families in ED waiting area; providing assistance to patients’ upon arrival, assisting the triage RN in identifying medical necessity, supporting and providing information to patients, families and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, guests, and co-workers in English both verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional people skills and an ability to function in a calm manner in stressful situations
• Has the ability to adapt, prioritize, and function in a fast paced, constantly changing environment.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• National Registered Paramedic - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, OR Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians OR proof of current completion of 2 semesters in an accredited Registered Nursing Program.
• Basic Lifesaving Certification - American Heart Association.

Ages of Patients Served

This position is responsible for the care of neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

This is a general description of the nature and level of work performed by people in this classification. It may not include every responsibility, duty and skill required of persons who successfully do this job.

Salary Range

$38.49 - $48.66 USD Hour

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.

Medium Work - Requires standing the majority of the shift with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. frequently. Work involves sitting, kneeling, climbing and squatting. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.