Emergency Department Tech

spectrumhealth; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Discounts program

Identity theft protection

Retirement plans

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Nursing Technician for the Emergency Observation Unit at St Joseph. You will support an RN or Provider with basic nursing tasks, observe patients, and communicate findings to the team.

The role includes night shifts and 36 hours per week, with a focus on accurate documentation and patient safety. Eligibility includes a high school diploma and BLS certification through AHA or ARC.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CRT-BLS from AHA with 90 days minimum is required, or ARC BLS with 90 days minimum.

Responsibilities

• Collects and reports patients' physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs in coordination with the RN or Provider and documents promptly.
• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of the RN or Provider and contributes to an individualized plan of care with accurate documentation.
• Communicates nursing technician role to patients, families, and health team to support safe, high-quality care.
• Cleans patient environments, work areas, and equipment; reports malfunctions to appropriate staff.
• Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient and staff data.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

As a Nursing Technician with Corewell Health, providing top-notch patient care is paramount. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, you'll be performing basic nursing skills, observing patients, and communicating those observations to the other members of the team. You'll be a vital part of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN or Provider, consistent with clinical policies and procedures, and department standard work. Provides input in the development of an individualized plan of care. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Articulates the nursing technician role to the patient, family and health team members. Provides support to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.
• Cleans patient's environment / work area / equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department / unit personnel.
• Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organization data.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Emergency Obsv Unit St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.