Emergency Department Technican

Silver Cross Hospital • Homer Glen, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Supports and complements the nursing process under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Obtains complete, accurate and relevant patient data for the purpose of registration for the outpatient, free-standing emergency department and inpatient population.

Requirements

• Currently certified by the state of Illinois as a CNA or EMT-B license.
• Current CPR.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to care for patients with compassion and maintain quality in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn clerking.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care, including, but not limited to: Vital signs, Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), 12-lead EKGs, Point of care testing, Splint application, wound care, Assist in procedures, code response and room preparation for incoming patients, Stocking and patient transport
• Keeps charge Nurse aware of delays with patient care
• Facilitating calls to medical staff
• Facilitates patient transfer in collaboration with ED care team
• Acknowledges and incorporates - the importance of culture, the assessment of cross-cultural relations, and vigilance towards the dynamics that result from cultural differences, the expansion of cultural knowledge, and the adaptation of services to meet culturally unique needs.
• Promotes a clean and safe environment of care, utilizing the SAFE error prevention habits
• Provides the highest standard of privacy and confidentiality in matters involving patients, coworkers, and the hospital by abiding by the Standards of Conduct

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other voluntary benefit plans
• PTO and Sick time
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED