ED Technician PT Nights

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

About The Position

The ED Technician is a member of the emergency department patient care services team, providing technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care. The technician works under the supervision of a registered nurse, who delegates tasks based on patient needs and the technician’s skills and scope of practice. The role supports patient care, teamwork, safety, confidentiality, and continuous improvement in the emergency department.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduation from a school of practical nursing, or completion of one of the following: a Certified PCA/PCT Program, a Certified Nurse Assistant Program or equivalent training, a Medical Assistant Program, an EMT Program, or a phlebotomy training program.

Nice To Haves

Six months of direct patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate and cooperate with care team members to support consistent, quality care and productive employee relations.
Gather patient-condition data and observe patients; report changes in medical or emotional condition to the registered nurse.
Document interventions and patient responses according to policy.
Assist nursing personnel during emergency patient situations.
Assist with training or orientation of other technicians and care team members as directed.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, objectives, continuous improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Promote patient comfort and privacy, show interest in patient progress, answer patient and family questions, and explain procedures and processes within the scope of training and responsibilities.
Maintain confidentiality.
Perform general clerical duties as needed, including answering telephones and call lights and greeting patients and visitors.
Support personal growth through workshops, educational programs, in-service meetings, and review of current literature; share accountability with the institution for maintaining competencies.