Emergency Department (ED) - PCT/CNA PRN 1st Shift

Baptist Health • Richmond, KY

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About The Position

The ED Technician (PRN) plays a crucial role in providing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed care team member. This position emphasizes empathy, compassion, and teamwork, ensuring that patient dignity is maintained while delivering high-quality care. The technician is responsible for various patient care tasks, including personal hygiene assistance, specimen collection, and maintaining a clean patient environment.

Requirements

• Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required OR successful completion of first year of a Nursing program and validation of a clinical rotation consistent with level of education OR Current Certified Medical Assistant OR Verified EMT Certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (must be obtained within three months of hire).

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dental and oral care, hair, and nail care.
• Assist patients with bowel and bladder functions while maintaining dignity.
• Record patient intake and output (I & O).
• Collect, label, and transport specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Change and transport soiled and contaminated linens according to procedure.
• Maintain clean and tidy patient room/environment.
• Assist patients with activity, turning, and repositioning as indicated by provider order and in collaboration with the nurse.
• Communicate pertinent patient information/findings to the patient's nurse.
• Set priorities for the care of multiple patients.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity employer
• Support for clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees