fairviewSaint Paul, MN
Emergency Department Technician- Woodwinds
Emergency Department Technician- Woodwinds
Emergency Department Technician- Woodwinds
fairviewSaint Paul, MN
yesterday
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsAll Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care ServicesAmbulance Services
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Emergency Department Technician (EDT) Fairview is seeking an Emergency Department Technician (EDT) to join our Emergency Department team at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, MN. Our 24/7 Emergency Department serves the eastern Twin Cities metroincluding Woodbury, Oakdale, Cottage Grove, and Maplewoodproviding expert, compassionate care for patients of all ages with urgent and critical medical needs. Our physicians, nurses, and staff deliver high-quality care using advanced technology in a welcoming, healing environment. Join us and make a meaningful difference when patients need it most.
As an Emergency Department Technician you will participate in providing a health care experience that empowers our customers and their families to live life better. 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.
Schedule:
This position will be working 0.75 FTE (60 hours per two weeks) 12 hour day shifts 7am-7:30pm with a third weekend rotation.
Job Expectations: Provides patient care:
Transports patients by wheelchair and cart
Assists patients with ambulation and positioning
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
Obtains ordered specimens from patient
Transports specimens and blood products
Demonstrates adherence to proper procedures
Assists in resuscitation
Functions as nurse extender: assists nurses with patient care activities
Documents patient care activities and procedures on the nursing records.
Documentation is clear, concise, accurate and timely
Maintains room/unit and supplies:
Restocks room, supplies, and carts
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 charge nurse or manager
Required Qualifications:
(Must have BLS certification and ONE of the following):
Current EMT or ERT certification
Current Paramedic certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the MN Registry
Enrolled in an LPN, RN, or NP program (with at least 1 completed clinical semester)
Six months of recent hands-on patient care experience (acute, long-term, or home care)
Completed Fairview's OnTrack Nursing Assistant training program
LPN licensure
Preferred Qualifications:
1+ years of Emergency Department experience (EMT, ERT, paramedic, scribe, etc.)
Current experience as a CNA or NST
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more!
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
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Level
Senior
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Occupation
Emergency Medical Technicians
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
yesterday