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Fairview Health Services Emergency Room Technician- West Bank in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Overview
Fairview is offering a great opportunity for an Emergency Room Technician at the University of MN Medical Center West Bank Hospital. Here are some key points about the position:
Location: University of MN Medical Center West Bank Hospital, Minneapolis, MN
Position: Emergency Room Technician
FTE: 0.75 (60 hours per pay period)
Shift: evening shift with an every other weekend requirement
Benefits
Medical Insurance: As low as $0
Dental Insurance: As low as $0
PTO: 24 days per year
Retirement Plan: 403B with up to a 6% employer match
Compensation:
- Wages: Starting at $23.52/hr, increasing with experience
For more details on benefits, you can visit www.fairview.org/benefits .
Responsibilities Job Description
Job Summary:
The Emergency Department Technician (EDT) is responsible for assisting the professional nurse in the delivery of patient care, transporting patient and/or equipment, setting up and maintaining patient rooms, and re-ordering and stocking supplies. The EDT may or may not be given a patient care assignment based on unit needs and the discretion of the professional nurse
Job Expectations:
Provides patient care by assisting the professional nurse in patient care activities:
Provides emergency care to patients in the emergency room by monitoring the patient’s vital signs
Assists with patient care as directed by RN may include but not limited to point of care testing, IV-line setup, discontinuation of IV, enema, suture removal, restraint application, catherization, 12 lead EKG
Transports patients by wheelchair and cart
Assists, measures, and fits patients with casts, crutches, immobilizers, and splints
Assists patients with ambulation and positioning
Transports medical samples from patients under direction of RN, such as blood, urine, or others
Assists doctors and nurses during medical procedures and/or collecting specimens (i.e. eye lavage, ear irrigation, dressing changes, pelvic exam specimen) by following proper technique
Informs RN of patient/family observations and concerns
Promptly responds to patient call lights/requests
Demonstrates concern for patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
Performs tasks with adaptations or modifications consistent with patients ages and developmental abilities
Demonstrates adherence to proper procedures
Assists in resuscitation with appropriate CPR and bag/valve mask
Provides for patient safety (i.e. patient safety sitter) and informs RN of patient observations
Documents patient care activities and procedures on the nursing records ensuring documentation is clear, concise, accurate, and timely
Works with charge nurse to coordinate the scheduling of tests, lab work, diagnostic tests, clinical appointments, other department procedures schedules and consultations
Maintains room/unit and supplies:
Restocks room, supplies, carts and oxygen tanks
Assists with patient room clean-up between patients
Completes room and cart checklist
Performs quality control checks on designated pieces of equipment:
Completes quality control checklist
Reports discrepancies and malfunctions to RN
Transports medication from delivery to Emergency room department to a Registered Nurse or unit Medication Room when requested
Maintains cleanliness and order within the nursing station office areas
Qualifications
Required:
License/Certification/Registration:
Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers) certification required upon hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Ontrack participants must be able to obtain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification upon completion of the OnTrack program.
One or more of the following:
Current EMT or ERT certification upon hire (does not need to be maintained throughout employment).
Current Paramedic Certification (does not need to be maintained throughout employment).
Current certification on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry upon hire (certification does not need to be maintained throughout employment). Note: Individuals completing a Nursing Assistant program and scheduled to take the NA Registry exam have 90 days post-hire to become active on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry.
Current enrollment in an LPN, RN, or Nurse Practitioner program, with completion of at least one semester of clinical rotation within the program.
Six months of recent direct patient care experience in an acute care, long-term care, or home care setting (appropriate roles may include Nursing Assistant, PCA, or Resident Assistant).
Successful completion of Fairview’s OnTrack Nursing Assistant training program.
LPN licensure upon hire (does not need to be maintained throughout employment).
Preferred:
Experience:
Previous Emergency Room experience of 1 year or more as an Emergency Room Scribe, paramedic, ERT, EMT, EDT, or ED EMS.
Current CNA or NST experience of 1 year or more.
License/Certification/Registration:
- Paramedic, EMT, ERT, LPN, CNA, PCA.
Desired Characteristics:
Creative prioritization skills and effective priority setting.
Commitment to customer/patient service excellence in every interaction.
Strong public relations and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as a team member to deliver outstanding care.
Proficiency in using appropriate computer applications.
Capability to work independently and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Willingness to embrace change and empower others in ongoing process improvement.
Understanding and embodiment of values such as Dignity, Integrity, Service, Kindness, and Innovation.
These requirements and characteristics highlight the diverse skills and qualities expected of an Emergency Room Technician at Fairview. The role demands clinical expertise, adaptability, and a patient-centered approach to care delivery in a dynamic healthcare environment.
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
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