Emergency Dept Tech - Day Shift Patient Care Aide

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health in Indianapolis seeks a full-time Day shift nurse aide to support Emergency Department care. The role involves performing routine patient care, monitoring vital signs, transporting patients, stocking areas, and assisting with equipment operation under nurse direction.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Basic Life Support certification, and familiarity with infection control and EMTALA. EMT or PCA certification is preferred; some hospital experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA.
• EMT or PCA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of routine patient care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ED nursing care under supervision.
• Transport stable monitored and non-monitored patients.
• Take and record vital signs.
• Stock and clean patient care and supply areas.
• Assist in operation of medical equipment.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care procedures

Infection control

EMT or PCA certification (preferred)

Hospital experience (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Standard medical equipment knowledge

Job description

IU Health in Indianapolis seeks a full-time Day shift nurse aide to support Emergency Department care. The role involves performing routine patient care, monitoring vital signs, transporting patients, stocking areas, and assisting with equipment operation under nurse direction.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Basic Life Support certification, and familiarity with infection control and EMTALA. EMT or PCA certification is preferred; some hospital experience is a plus.