Fairview Range·Hibbing, Minnesota
The Emergency Department Technician provides direct and indirect patient care, including performing EKGs and collecting vital signs under nursing supervision. They also handle clerical duties, facilitate patient transfers, and support family and visitors.
Fairview Range is seeking a passionate Emergency Department Technician who is looking for rewarding work in a fast-paced environment to join our Emergency Department in Hibbing, MN. The Emergency Department Technician assists in direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The Tech facilitates internal and external patient transfers, supports patient care including performing EKG, vital sign collection and other clinical duties as assigned by nursing or providers.
We are a Level IV trauma center and an Acute Stroke Ready hospital. We provide life-saving treatment to the seriously ill and injured 24 hours a day, with an adjacent Urgent Care department seeing lower acuity patients 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. 17 ER beds including 2 standalone trauma bays. Care delivery team: Board Certified/Eligible ED physicians and advanced practice providers, RNs, LPNs, Unit Assistants, dedicated Social Worker, dedicated Security Officer Patient population: all ages About Fairview Range Fairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a partnership of Fairview Health Services, the University of Minnesota, and M Physicians. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Medical Center, Fairview Mesaba Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), and Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice. Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other. As an Emergency Department Tech, you are responsible for: Providing Direct Patient Care. Assisting family and visitors. Performing clerical duties as assigned. Developing knowledge and skill base to support critical patient care.
Provides Direct Patient Care Assists in implementation of the plan of care. Observes and anticipates patient needs and requests; displays an interest in patient's welfare and comfort. Assists in identification of and reports promptly major changes in patient's condition. Provides age specific care under the direction of the registered nurse. Maintains safe and hygienic patient environment. Demonstrates organizational skills. Participates as directed in crisis intervention. Provides assistance to family/visitors Demonstrates thoughtfulness and courtesy to family and visitors. Assists in explaining hospital policy and procedures. Performs clerical duties as assigned Records obtained patient data in the medical record. Prepares patient information for admissions, transfers and discharges. Maintains chart forms; keeps filing system up to date. Orders needed supplies under the direction of the charge nurse. Assists in maintaining supply par levels. Maintains/collects data, log sheets, and other information relative to the Emergency Department. Required Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Graduation from a nursing aide program or similarly qualified background If no applicants meet the position qualifications, consideration will be given to those applicants who: have a high school diploma or equivalent Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) within 90 Days Current BCS certification or obtains and maintains within 1 Year
Previous Emergency Department ward clerk or First Responder/EMT experience. 2 years of Medical / Surgical experience or equivalent 1 year experience working in a skilled nursing facility Emergency Medical Technologist or First Responder certification
Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental,vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/rgafscmeserv
The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. 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 Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Requires a high school diploma and graduation from a nursing aide program or equivalent background. Basic Life Support certification is required within 90 days, with BCS certification required within one year.
Market context
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