ER Tech - Emergency Department - PRN

Baptist Health; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emergency Department (ED) at Baptist Health La Grange is seeking a PRN ER Tech/Nurse Assistant to support nursing staff with basic patient care and routine duties in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED; BCLS must be obtained within 1 month of employment; EMT certification or comparable ER tech experience is required; basic computer skills are necessary; prior ED experience is preferred but new graduates are welcome.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BCLS certification must be obtained within 1 month of employment.
• EMT certification or ER technician experience required.
• Computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Planning
• Implementation
• Organization
• Culture of Excellence
• Performance Improvement
• Corporate Compliance
• Attendance
• Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT certification

BCLS (within 1 month)

Computer skills

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Summary

The Emergency Department (ED) at Baptist Health La Grange provides quality care for patients of all ages and conditions ranging from acute musculoskeletal injuries, tostoke, or resuscitating cardiac arrests. The pace and patient acuity of the department varies on any given day or hour, with an average of 40 visits daily. The department is proud of playing a large role in being a certified chest pain center, primary stroke center, and Pathway recognized. Previous Emergency Department experience is preferred but new graduate nurses are welcome.

Job Description

Status: PRN

Shift: Any

Emergency Department:

The Emergency Department (ED) at Baptist Health La Grange provides quality care for patients of all ages and conditions ranging from acute musculoskeletal injuries, tostoke, or resuscitating cardiac arrests. The pace and patient acuity of the department varies on any given day or hour, with an average of 40 visits daily. The department is proud of playing a large role in being a certified chest pain center, primary stroke center, and Pathway recognized. Previous Emergency Department experience is preferred but new graduate nurses are welcome.

Job Summary

Assists the nursing staff by performing selected nursing procedures and routine duties in caring for patients.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assessment and Planning
• Implementation
• Organization
• Culture of Excellence
• Performance Improvement
• Corporate Compliance
• Attendance
• Safety Compliance

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• High school graduate or GED
• BCLS (must obtain within 1 month of employment)
• EMT certification or have comparable work experience as ER Tech or Nurse Assistant
• Computer skills

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.