Emergency Department Tech: Fast-Paced Patient Care

Sjmctx; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Medical Center in Houston seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care under supervision. You will assist with hygiene, meals, ambulation and contribute to a safe, clean patient environment while following age-appropriate care standards.

The role requires CPR/BLS, effective English communication, and the ability to document care accurately. EKG/POCT/phlebotomy tasks may be performed as part of patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CNA, EMT, EMT-I, or EMT-P certification preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine nursing procedures and patient care under supervision.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene, meals and ambulation.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and monitor safety.
• Document care in the patient’s medical record accurately.
• Respond to patient call lights and coordinate with nursing staff.
• Perform EKGs, point-of-care testing and phlebotomy as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA)

EMT certification (EMT, EMT-I, EMT-P) preferred

Job description

St. Joseph Medical Center in Houston seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care under supervision. You will assist with hygiene, meals, ambulation and contribute to a safe, clean patient environment while following age-appropriate care standards.

The role requires CPR/BLS, effective English communication, and the ability to document care accurately. EKG/POCT/phlebotomy tasks may be performed as part of patient care.