Emergency Room Tech: Vital Signs & Patient Care

Tenet Healthcare; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant under the direction of the nurse to provide patient care across the age spectrum. You will take vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and document I/Os, while supporting licensed staff and physicians as directed.

You may float to other nursing units as needed to meet patient care demands. You will also perform clerical and public relations tasks for the unit and help coordinate patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous work experience in a patient care role can meet education requirement.
• CNA certification within 6 months of employment is required; BLS CPR certification within 7 days of hire; CPI required within orientation.

Responsibilities

• Accurately checks patient's blood sugar and documents results as ordered.
• Obtains vital signs appropriately based on patient's age and condition; reports abnormal findings promptly.
• Performs patient interventions within scope of practice and age-specific competency.
• Provides emergency response when needed (codes, patient falls).
• Performs clerical and public relations functions for the unit and coordinates patient services.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tenet Healthcare in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant under the direction of the nurse to provide patient care across the age spectrum. You will take vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and document I/Os, while supporting licensed staff and physicians as directed.

You may float to other nursing units as needed to meet patient care demands. You will also perform clerical and public relations tasks for the unit and help coordinate patient