Emergency Technician

Job Summary As an Emergency Department team member at Corewell Health, you'll play a vital role in providing top‑quality care to our patients. Under the supervision of an RN, you'll perform delegated patient care tasks and be expected to meet all established competencies. You'll be a vital part of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Essential Functions Perform routine bedside nursing activities including ambulating, moving and turning patients, assisting patients with bedpans or urinary devices, making patient beds. Responsible for bagging and labeling all patient belongings and completing the patient property record on all admitted patients. Perform higher level of patient care tasks as prescribed by established competencies, and as delegated by the supervising professional Registered Nurse in accordance with departmental policies and procedures which includes starting saline locks, simple suture removal (excluding face or complex lacerations) splinting, phlebotomy which includes children draws over the age of 2, vital sign measurement, records intake and output and restraint application. Reinforce the patient teaching plan by providing clarification, explanation and/or demonstration to patients/substitute decision‑makers regarding treatments, procedures and aftercare. Apply and change sterile and non‑sterile dressing using appropriate techniques. Apply ace bandage or elastic stockings as required. Assist in performing catheterizations, give enemas, urine and stool testing, glucometer and EKG functions. Gather subjective and objective patient care data; gather information from primary and secondary source such as direct observation/measurement, patient/significant other interviews, and the medical record. Document accurate, complete and precise patient information, interventions and responses in the patient’s medical record. Perform discharge function under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. Perform technical skills such as (not all inclusive): collecting blood samples, obtaining vital signs, performing ECG’s, sets up and assists with wound care, sets up and assist with pelvic exams; and assisting with procedures as directed by the nurse and physician. Utilize and understand sterile technique. Effectively communicate with patients / significant others and other members of the health care team supporting patient and family centered care. Stock and maintain adequate equipment and supplies in the patient care areas. Ensure vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times. Perform safe movement/transporting of patients; remove waste materials, sanitizing tools, deliver meals to patients. Complete documentation and records according to department policy. Demonstrate a high degree of professional conduct. Attend all required Safety Training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety. Follow the Hospital Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens. Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment. Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of a department team inter‑ and intra‑departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or equivalent. 6 months of relevant experience – Requires a minimum six months’ exhibited performance as a nursing assistant or other inpatient caregiver experience, paramedic, EMT, urgent care caregiver experience or a Nursing Student (preferred completion of a Medical Surgical rotation). CRT‑Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA American Heart Association. CRT‑Basic Life Support (BLS) – ARC American Red Cross. Preferred LIC‑Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – STATE_MI State of Michigan. About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in you. Our top‑notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement – to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence. How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv. Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, such as restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more. Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance. Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status. Primary Location SITE – Dearborn Hospital – 18101 Oakwood Blvd – Dearborn Department Name Emergency Center – Dearborn Hosp Employment Type Full time Shift Evening (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 36 Hours of Work Variable Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency Every other weekend Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. 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