Emergency Department Technician (NA II)

UNC Health; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 22,606 - 25,995; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in Kinston seeks a full-time Nursing Assistant II to provide patient care in the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and direct patient interaction. Candidates should have a high school diploma, completion of required training courses, and strong communication skills.

This position offers an engaging work environment and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of North Carolina Board of Nursing approved Nursing Assistant II course.
• Two years of health care experience preferred.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and observation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the ED as delegated by the Licensed Nursing Staff.
• Perform EKGs and phlebotomy as needed.
• Serve patients and families directly.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Observation skills

Patient care understanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant II

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary

Provides patient care in the ED as delegated by the Licensed Nursing Staff. Performs EKGs and phlebotomy as needed in the department within the scope of the NA II.

Responsibilities

Patients and families are served in providing direct patient care services. Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner to project a positive image of the department and hospital. Ensures that contacts with other health care members are friendly, helpful, and courteous.

Qualifications

Education Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of North Carolina Board of Nursing approved Nursing Assistant II course. Completes the EKG and phlebotomy on the job training.

Professional Experience Requirement: Two years of health care experience preferred.

Licensure/Registration/Certification: Certified by the State Board of Nursing as a NA II, and BLS certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements: Good interpersonal, communication, and observation skills are essential. Understanding of patient care needs according to developmental stages for various age groups.

Physical Requirements: Working and standing throughout the shift. Lifting, pulling, turning, and pushing patients daily.

Work Environment

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens requiring the use of protective equipment; exposure to other infectious diseases. Exposure to chemicals utilized to clean and disinfect equipment.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Emergency Dept
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $16.41 - $18.87 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.