Emergency Room Patient Care Tech – Night Shift

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Providence, RI seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support Emergency Department operations from arrival to departure. You will work with the registered nurse to prioritize tasks, perform direct patient care, assist with ADLs, and help with admissions, transfers and discharges.

This role requires basic computer skills, good communication, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registrations as a certified Nursing Assistant or Graduate of a Medical assistant training program (9 months or longer).
• Certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide care to patients in Brown University Health.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing care to Emergency Department patients and families under supervision.
• Collaborate with RN to set priorities and organize work.
• Perform direct physical care and assist with ADLs.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharge of patients.
• Set up monitoring devices and perform EKGs as directed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and advocate for patients and families.
• Assist in maintaining safe environment and infection control.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Secretarial/Nursing Assistant credentialing

Rhode Island CNA registration or MA training

BLS certification

Knowledge of patient care delivery in Brown University Health

Job description

Brown University Health in Providence, RI seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support Emergency Department operations from arrival to departure. You will work with the registered nurse to prioritize tasks, perform direct patient care, assist with ADLs, and help with admissions, transfers and discharges.

This role requires basic computer skills, good communication, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.