Emergency Department Technician - PRN

Overview :

The Emergency Department Technician plays a crucial role in assisting nursing staff and ensuring optimal patient care within a fast-paced emergency department setting. This position requires versatility in various responsibilities including patient care support, clerical tasks, and equipment management, all under the supervision of a registered nurse. The technician contributes to maintaining a safe, organized, and patient-focused environment, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities :

• Demonstrate leadership abilities consistent with OneCHRISTUS Competencies.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Monitor and observe patients, reporting any changes in their condition to the RN.
• Safely escort stable patients to different departments as necessary.
• Manage cleaning, procurement, and return of medical equipment and supplies.
• Help with inventory management by ordering and maintaining necessary stock items.
• Perform special procedures like venipuncture, crutch training, and dressing changes as trained.
• Set up and assist with emergency department procedures under RN guidance.
• Operate monitoring equipment and perform tasks like EKGs and lab tests as delegated by the RN.
• Collect laboratory specimens and perform phlebotomy when directed.
• Adapt patient care methods to meet the diverse needs of patients.
• Perform clerical duties, including transcription of orders and maintaining unit records.
• Act as a welcoming presence for patients while obtaining necessary registration information.
• Uphold the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health in all interactions.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

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Work Schedule : PRN basis as needed.