Emergency Services Technician PRN Premium

St. Francis Medical Center - Monroe, LA

Full-time

Monroe, LA

Hospitals

About the position

The Emergency Services Technician PRN Premium plays a crucial role in supporting Emergency Room staff by performing approved patient treatments and procedures under supervision. This position involves assisting with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, ensuring patient comfort and safety, and maintaining a clean work environment. The technician works closely with medical personnel to provide quality care and support to patients during their stay.

Responsibilities

• Performs approved patient treatments and procedures (e.g., accucheck, catheterization, non-medicated enemas) under supervision.
• Answers patient call lights and assists with personal hygiene and daily living activities in a caring manner.
• Participates in patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes, including greeting patients and families and taking vital signs.
• Ensures safe care of patient clothing and valuables, maintaining cleanliness and adequacy of patient linens.
• Retrieves and delivers medications from the pneumatic tube system or pharmacy to the nurse.
• Answers incoming calls and relays messages to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in providing care for deceased patients and comforts family members.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and safe work area at all times.
• Prepares and submits requisitions for supplies and equipment, ensuring proper inventory levels.
• Adheres to departmental and hospital policies, safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and Specialized Training.
• Must meet one of the following criteria: Nurse Aide Certification, one year experience in emergency medicine, Certified Medical Assistant, Louisiana state EMT license, or be a Junior/Senior in an accredited nursing program.
• BLS Certification.