ED Tech - PRN - Baptist

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The ED Tech assists the hospital in the nursing care of patients and performs special technical skills and treatments according to their level of knowledge under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role provides direct patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and performs clinical duties as outlined by departmental competency. It also supports nursing and hospital administration by following established objectives, policies, and procedures; accurately documents patient-related tasks; and maintains professional knowledge and required certifications through ongoing growth and development.

The ED Tech adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing themselves appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and using an appropriate communication style. The role also requires awareness of applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and compliance with those standards. Other related duties may be assigned. Routine duties involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, patients, potentially infectious specimens, and possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste in the healthcare environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required upon hire.
• Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient care process.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently.
• Effective planning, organizational, and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Perform clinical job duties as outlined by departmental competency.
• Support nursing and hospital administration by accepting and following established objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Accurately document patient-related tasks.
• Maintain professional knowledge and required certifications through growth and development.
• Adapt behavior to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and using an appropriate communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns in accordance with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED