Emergency Department Care Technician

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a patient care assistant to support Emergency Department operations during night shifts. You will work under supervision with nurses to deliver safe care from arrival to discharge, assist with admissions and discharges, and help families understand care plans.

Responsibilities include vitals, EKG setup, IV observation, and maintaining patient confidentiality. The role emphasizes infection control, safety, and effective use of hospital information systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge to provide care at Brown University Health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Communicate observations to RN.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Observe IV flow and monitor for infiltration.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Patient care awareness

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification

BLS certification

Tools

Invision

LifeLinks

MedHost

Bed Board

MAK MAR

Hospital Capacity System

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a patient care assistant to support Emergency Department operations during night shifts. You will work under supervision with nurses to deliver safe care from arrival to discharge, assist with admissions and discharges, and help families understand care plans.

Responsibilities include vitals, EKG setup, IV observation, and maintaining patient confidentiality. The role emphasizes infection control, safety, and effective use of hospital information systems.