ED Technician 7a to 7p (0.9 Days)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Franciscan Health ED Technician II provides direct patient care to patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatric patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The position may assist with patient transfers, repositioning and transportation; obtain supplies or specimens; and perform other duties needed to support patient care and physician services. The role includes cardiac monitoring, assisting with IV and other procedures, CPR and first aid, wound care, specimen handling, and patient and family orientation. The technician completes assignments and reports to the responsible Registered Nurse and follows the hospital safety plan during codes and drills.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

One year of Emergency Department experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cardiac monitoring duties, including EKGs, to monitor patient condition.
Gather equipment to start an IV when requested, including an IV pump, tubing, IV start kit, and IV catheter.
Provide equipment for lumbar punctures, central lines, IV insertions, and chest tube insertions.
Intervene with CPR and provide first aid when necessary.
Label and transport specimens to the laboratory.
Perform wound care and prepare patients for wound closure.
Complete assignments and reports to the responsible Registered Nurse.
Use knowledge of the hospital safety plan and act accordingly during codes and drills.
Orient patients and families to their surroundings and explain how to call for assistance.
Assist with patient transfers, repositioning, and transportation; obtain supplies or specimens; and perform other duties needed to support patient care and physician service.