ER Tech - FT Night
Las Cruces, New Mexico
CNA
Posted Aug 27 · Not open to new grads
- Shift
- Nights
- Unit
- ER
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Nights
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- CNA
- Experience
- 1+ years
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About this role
The Emergency Room (ER) Technician provides essential support to the Emergency Department by assisting with patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. This role ensures the department operates efficiently by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked environment while fostering effective communication with the care team.
Essential Functions
- Provides direct patient care in the emergency department by performing a variety of clinical interventions and technical procedures, including but not limited to: splint application, Foley catheter insertion, blood glucose monitoring (accuchecks), vital sign collection, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and intravenous (IV) insertion, in accordance with scope of practice and under the direction of licensed clinical staff.
- Assists with patient transport to and from units, procedural areas, or discharge destinations, ensuring safety and timeliness.
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- Maintains a clean and organized environment by adhering to infection control standards, restocking supplies, and ensuring equipment is operational.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the care team, promptly reporting changes in patient status or concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Documents patient care activities accurately and efficiently in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Responds to emergency situations promptly, assisting the care team with necessary tasks to ensure patient safety.
- Utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) and adheres to all safety protocols to protect patients, staff, and self.
- Supports unit operations by performing clerical tasks, such as managing communication systems, maintaining records, and assisting with administrative duties as needed.
- Collaborates with ancillary services and external agencies to facilitate seamless patient care and departmental operations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Technical School completion of Nursing Assistant, EMT, Phlebotomy, or Medical Assistant courses required
- Certified Nursing Assistant, certified Basic EMT, certified Phlebotomist, or certified Medical Assistant preferred
- 0-1 years of clinical experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to remain calm and think clearly during stressful situations.
- Working knowledge in emergency management or other medical training.
- Knowledge of safety guidelines, sterile techniques and infection prevention procedures.
- Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of patient rights and laws, including but not limited to, HIPAA and EMTALA.
- Ability to prioritize and organize tasks according to unit's needs.
- Ability multi-task and prioritize work.
- Strong self-initiative to assist with whatever is needed.
Licenses and Certifications
- EMT - Emergency Medical Tech required or
- LP - Licensed Paramedic required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
- CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification preferred
Indcs
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“0-1 years of clinical experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to remain calm and think clearly during stressful situations.” · from this posting
Requirements
- Technical School completion of Nursing Assistant, EMT, Phlebotomy, or Medical Assistant courses required
- Certified Nursing Assistant, certified Basic EMT, certified Phlebotomist, or certified Medical Assistant preferred
- 0-1 years of clinical experience required
Place
- City
- Las Cruces, New Mexico
- Median rent
- $974/mo
- Local household income
- $55,422/yr
- Metro price level
- 10% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Las Cruces area index 90.2, where 100 is the national average.
Las Cruces sits in southern New Mexico's Chihuahuan Desert, framed by the dramatic Organ Mountains to the east. Home to New Mexico State University, this mid-sized city blends a relaxed college-town atmosphere with rich Borderlands culture, authentic New Mexican cuisine, and easy access to both El Paso and White Sands National Park.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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You would walk into full-time OR or Preop RN work with a posted sign-on of up to $20,000 if you are eligible. You would see 401(k), health insurance, dental, vision, PTO, and loan assistance on the full-time RN postings.
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