ER TECH/HUC

Premier Health • Jamestown, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ER Tech/Health Unit Coordinator (ER Tech/HUC) role combines the essential roles of the ER Tech and HUC into one role that will function based upon operational needs. The ER Tech is a multi-skilled individual able to perform technical and clinical tasks/procedures under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and delegated in accordance with the Ohio Board of Nursing. Identities abnormal findings based on established standards and guidelines and reports those findings to the Registered Nurse. The HUC is pivotal in the overall function of the unit including coordinating communication, data entry and stocking/ordering of supplies. Provides clerical assistance to physicians and staff. Provides direction and guidance to patients, families and visitors while promoting a positive patient experience. Tasks are performed under the oversight of the RN in coordination with other team members.

Requirements

• High School completion / GED
• Current HealthCare Provider or Professional Rescuer BLS CPR certification required prior to completion of orientation.
• No prior job-related work experience

Nice To Haves

• Medical terminology
• Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
• Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities ie. Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting
• Currently enrolled in nursing school and completion of at least one clinical rotation.
• EMT Basic
• If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is in lieu of the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and clinical tasks/procedures under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Identify abnormal findings based on established standards and guidelines and report them to the Registered Nurse.
• Coordinate communication, data entry, and stocking/ordering of supplies.
• Provide clerical assistance to physicians and staff.
• Provide direction and guidance to patients, families, and visitors.
• Promote a positive patient experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees