Emergency Department Technician

Silver Cross Hospital Job OpportunitySilver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We're known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It's the way you want to be treated.Position Summary: 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.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Performs direct patient care, including, but not limited to: 1. Vital signs 2. Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) 3. 12-lead EKGs 4. Point of care testing 5. Splint application, wound care 6. Assist in procedures, code response and room preparation for incoming patients 7. Stocking and patient transportKeeps charge Nurse aware of delays with patient careFacilitating calls to medical staffFacilitates patient transfer in collaboration with ED care teamAcknowledges 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 habitsProvides the highest standard of privacy and confidentiality in matters involving patients, coworkers, and the hospital by abiding by the Standards of ConductRequired Qualifications:Education and Training: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.Work Shift Details:Nights -12 Hours, Emergency Department technician Full time 7p-7a with rotating weekends and holiday rotationDepartment:HOMER GLEN FREE STANDING EMERGENCY ROOM