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Emergency Department TechnicianFull-Time Benefit EligibleSchedule: 3pm-3:30am, 36 hours/week; every third weekend & holiday rotationLocation: Rochester, MIGeneral Summary:Prepare patient for physical examination by RN and physician.Take and record vital signs in the EMR every 2 hours or more frequently, as directed by RN.Observe and report patient's condition to RN.Round on all patients in designated area every 30 minutes or more frequently, as designated by RN.Perform patient care duties as prescribed by a physician and as delegated by a Registered Nurse including the following:Routine throat culturesApplication of oxygen per mask or nasal cannulaAdministration of enemasSurgical skin preparationInsertion and discontinuation of urethral cathetersInitiation and discontinuation of IV therapy under direction of Registered NurseApplication of cardiac monitorApplication of simple orthopedic splints and supportsApplication of sterile dressingsApplication of antibiotic ointment (except to eyes)Eye irrigationsCleansing and preparation of woundsOral suctioningEKGPulse oximeterObtain laboratory specimens, including blood drawObtain blood culturesOne Touch Blood Glucose Screening.Record in FirstNet and the patients EMR specimen collection, procedures, testing, VS and interventions performed.Maintain awareness of emotional needs of patient and family.Perform a variety of technical functions including the following:Ordering and stocking of suppliesMonitoring the expiration dates on sterile suppliesPreparation of sterile fields and traysListing and securing of patient valuablesRoutine cleaning assignmentsAssisting the physician during surgical proceduresCompletion of requests for diagnostic testsListing of supplies for charging purposesTransportation of patientsEducation/Experience Required:Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills normally acquired through the completion of a high school education or GED program.Competence acquired through one of the following is required:Emergency Medical Technician certification.Completion of (2) clinical semesters in a school of nursing program.Six (6) months of previous experience in an emergency department in a position that required skills in venipuncture, EKGs, urinary catheterization, knowledge of sterile technique, and splint application in the last two (2) years. - CNA with 1-2 years of experience.
Worksite address
rochester, MI, 48307, US
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