ER TECH/HUC

System Support; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

System Support has a vacancy for an ER Tech/HUC at Miami Valley North Hospital. The role combines ER tech duties with health unit coordination, reporting to the RN and coordinating unit activities.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, BLS CPR, and either STNA/CNA/PCT training or recent direct patient care experience. EMT Basic is a plus, with nursing school rotations advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS CPR certification prior to orientation.
• One of: STNA/CNA/PCT training or equivalent direct patient care experience in last five years.
• Currently enrolled in nursing school with at least one clinical rotation completed.
• EMT Basic certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with technical tasks and clinical procedures as directed.
• Coordinate communication, data entry and stocking/ordering of supplies on the unit.
• Provide clerical assistance to physicians and staff and guide patients and visitors.
• Report abnormal findings to the RN and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Education

High School completion / GED

Job description

Position: ER Tech/ HUCDepartment: Emergency DepartmentShift: 11AM-11:30PM/ 36 hours per week/ 72 hours per pay periodFacility: Miami Valley North HospitalThe ER Tech/Health Unit Coordinator (ER Tech/HUC) role combines the essential roles of the ER Tech and HUC into one role that will function based upon operational needs.The ER Tech is a multi-skilled individual able to perform technical and clinical tasks/procedures under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and delegated in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing. Identities abnormal findings based on established standards and guidelines and reports those findings to the Registered Nurse.The HUC is pivotal in the overall function of the unit including coordinating communication, data entry and stocking/ordering of supplies. Provides clerical assistance to physicians and staff. Provides direction and guidance to patients, families and visitors while promoting a positive patient experience. Tasks are performed under the oversight of the RN in coordination with other team members.EducationMinimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GEDLicensure/Certification/Registration *Current HealthCare Provider or Professional rescuer BLS CPR certifications required prior to completion of orientationSuccessful completion of one of the following:1.Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.2.Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities ie. Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting3.Currently enrolled in nursing school and completion of at least one clinical rotation.4.EMT BasicSpecial Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is in lieu of the above requirements.