Emergency Department Technician - (NA II)

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

Job summary

UNC Health Care is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant II to provide patient care in the Emergency Department. This role involves performing EKGs and phlebotomy as needed, ensuring quality care is delivered to our patients and families.

The ideal candidate will be a high school graduate with completion of the Nursing Assistant II course and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of $16.41 - $18.87 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two years of health care experience preferred.
• Certified by the State Board of Nursing as NA II.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Emergency Department.
• Perform EKGs and phlebotomy as needed.
• Ensure friendly and courteous contact with health care members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Completion of Nursing Assistant II course

Job description

Description

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. Insures that contacts with other health care members are friendly, helpful, and courteous.

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.

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.

Physical Requirements

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

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.