Emergency Department Technician

Fairview Range•Hibbing, MN

1h•Onsite

About The Position

Fairview Range is seeking a passionate Emergency Department Technician to join their Emergency Department in Hibbing, MN. The role involves assisting in direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, facilitating patient transfers, and supporting patient care by performing EKG, vital sign collection, and other clinical duties. Fairview Range is a Level IV trauma center and an Acute Stroke Ready hospital, providing 24/7 life-saving treatment with 17 ER beds, including 2 standalone trauma bays. The care delivery team includes Board Certified/Eligible ED physicians and advanced practice providers, RNs, LPNs, Unit Assistants, a dedicated Social Worker, and a dedicated Security Officer, serving patients of all ages. Fairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, with over 34,000 employees and 5,000 system providers.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Graduation from a nursing aide program or similarly qualified background
Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) within 90 Days
Current BCS certification or obtains and maintains within 1 Year

Nice To Haves

Previous Emergency Department ward clerk or First Responder/EMT experience.
2 years of Medical / Surgical experience or equivalent
1 year experience working in a skilled nursing facility
Emergency Medical Technologist or First Responder certification

Responsibilities

Providing Direct Patient Care.
Assisting family and visitors.
Performing clerical duties as assigned.
Developing knowledge and skill base to support critical patient care.
Assists in implementation of the plan of care.
Observes and anticipates patient needs and requests; displays an interest in patient's welfare and comfort.
Assists in identification of and reports promptly major changes in patient's condition.
Provides age specific care under the direction of the registered nurse.
Maintains safe and hygienic patient environment.
Demonstrates organizational skills.
Participates as directed in crisis intervention.
Demonstrates thoughtfulness and courtesy to family and visitors.
Assists in explaining hospital policy and procedures.
Records obtained patient data in the medical record.
Prepares patient information for admissions, transfers and discharges.
Maintains chart forms; keeps filing system up to date.
Orders needed supplies under the direction of the charge nurse.
Assists in maintaining supply par levels.
Maintains/collects data, log sheets, and other information relative to the Emergency Department.