Emergency Dept Technician

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health's New Hanover Regional Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Aide to assist with basic patient care in the Emergency Room on the day shift. Reporting to Nursing Leadership, you will support patients' personal needs and comfort and perform department-specific tasks.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, 1 year of Nurse Aide experience, Nurse Aide I certification, and BLS. Phlebotomy certification is preferred, knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of Nurse Aide experience.
• BLS/CPR certification required; some depts list additional CPR requirements.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care and comfort.
• Complete department-specific tasks to support safety and functioning.
• Work under Nursing Leadership supervision in the ER.

Skills

Nurse Aide

Age-specific care

Medical terminology

Education

Nurse Aide I

American Heart Association BLS

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

What We Offer

Works under the direct supervision of Nursing Leadership. Performs a variety of basic patient care activities in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Is also responsible for completing a variety of department specific tasks to assist with optimal department safety and functioning.

• Schedule: 6:45am - 7:15pm, Day Shift, Fulltime (Shift Differential)
• Department: Emergency Room
• Location: NHRMC New Hanover Regional Medical Center

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: 1 year of Nurse Aide experience. Experience in basic patient care, phlebotomy, EKG in an emergency or outpatient setting highly desirable, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Nurse Aide I, required.
  • American Heart Association BLS required, required. Some departments have additional advanced CPR requirements as listed on staff annual education record, required.
  • Phlebotomy Certification, preferred.
• Additional Skills (required): Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient(s) age. Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient's requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Knowledge of medical terminology.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.