Emergency Dept. Tech I - Duke University Hospital Emergency Dept. (Nights)
Duke University Health System, Durham, NC, United States
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About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals with 1,062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Duke Nursing Highlights
Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina’s Great 100 Nurses.
Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
Duke University Health System has 6,000+ registered nurses
Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Eligible for Duke Commitment Bonus of $5,000 for qualified candidates*
Emergency Department Technician I (ED Tech I) – Duke University Hospital – Durham, NC
Next Available start date: January 12th
The Emergency Department at Duke University Hospital
The department comprises 81 total beds, including 10 pediatric beds, 47 adult monitored beds, 8 psychiatric beds, 5 fast‑track beds, 4 triage beds, 1 sexual assault examiner room, and 4 resuscitation rooms, along with a dedicated central telemetry station. Our team delivers exemplary care to ensure an excellent patient experience every time.
Work Schedule
Full Time ONLY; 3 – 12 hour nights (7 pm–7 am) shifts per week
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Nurse, performs initial basic life support interventions (airway, breathing, and circulation) on emergency department patients presenting for care.
Initiates life‑saving measures, i.e., opening an airway, hemorrhage control, chest compressions, stabilization of fractures, cervical spine alignment/protection.
Stabilizes and extricates injured patients from vehicles at the emergency department entrance.
Assists patients to and from vehicles and the emergency department.
Acts as a liaison between the patient family/significant others and the members of the emergency staff by maintaining open communication regarding patient condition, changes in condition, patient complaints, status, progress, etc.
Transports patients from triage/waiting area to the treatment area in the emergency department at the request of the Nurse.
Performs related duties as required.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative description of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Additional duties may include performing EKGs and vital signs per policy and as directed by the nurse; assisting patients with care needs; labeling specimens; hourly rounding for needs, comfort, and pain rating.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be able to perform all Nurse Aide I tasks as defined by the North Carolina Division of Facility Services Nurse Aide Registry; heavy lifting and transportation of stretcher and wheelchair patients to various hospital locations are required.
Must provide care and services to patients from birth to the elderly.
Must have excellent prioritization skills, self‑motivation, and basic knowledge and skills; must be able to work in a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment under stressful conditions.
Must be capable of being trained in all aspects of hazmat decontamination procedures.
Must demonstrate competency validation in skills and knowledge for performance of roles and responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Education
Graduation from an accredited high school or a GED. Successful completion of the NCA‑I training as defined by the Division of Facility Services in the State of North Carolina or North Carolina EMT training.
Experience
Related experience preferred but not required.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Current minimum listing as an NCA‑I with the Division of Facility Services or current minimum credential as EMT with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect, or misappropriation of property. BLS Required.
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About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals with 1,062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Duke Nursing Highlights
Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina’s Great 100 Nurses.
Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
Duke University Health System has 6,000+ registered nurses
Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)
Eligible for Duke Commitment Bonus of $5,000 for qualified candidates*
Emergency Department Technician I (ED Tech I) – Duke University Hospital – Durham, NC
Next Available start date: January 12th
The Emergency Department at Duke University Hospital
The department comprises 81 total beds, including 10 pediatric beds, 47 adult monitored beds, 8 psychiatric beds, 5 fast‑track beds, 4 triage beds, 1 sexual assault examiner room, and 4 resuscitation rooms, along with a dedicated central telemetry station. Our team delivers exemplary care to ensure an excellent patient experience every time.
Work Schedule
Full Time ONLY; 3 – 12 hour nights (7 pm–7 am) shifts per week
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Nurse, performs initial basic life support interventions (airway, breathing, and circulation) on emergency department patients presenting for care.
Initiates life‑saving measures, i.e., opening an airway, hemorrhage control, chest compressions, stabilization of fractures, cervical spine alignment/protection.
Stabilizes and extricates injured patients from vehicles at the emergency department entrance.
Assists patients to and from vehicles and the emergency department.
Acts as a liaison between the patient family/significant others and the members of the emergency staff by maintaining open communication regarding patient condition, changes in condition, patient complaints, status, progress, etc.
Transports patients from triage/waiting area to the treatment area in the emergency department at the request of the Nurse.
Performs related duties as required.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative description of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Additional duties may include performing EKGs and vital signs per policy and as directed by the nurse; assisting patients with care needs; labeling specimens; hourly rounding for needs, comfort, and pain rating.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be able to perform all Nurse Aide I tasks as defined by the North Carolina Division of Facility Services Nurse Aide Registry; heavy lifting and transportation of stretcher and wheelchair patients to various hospital locations are required.
Must provide care and services to patients from birth to the elderly.
Must have excellent prioritization skills, self‑motivation, and basic knowledge and skills; must be able to work in a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment under stressful conditions.
Must be capable of being trained in all aspects of hazmat decontamination procedures.
Must demonstrate competency validation in skills and knowledge for performance of roles and responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Education
Graduation from an accredited high school or a GED. Successful completion of the NCA‑I training as defined by the Division of Facility Services in the State of North Carolina or North Carolina EMT training.
Experience
Related experience preferred but not required.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Current minimum listing as an NCA‑I with the Division of Facility Services or current minimum credential as EMT with no substantiated findings of abuse, fraud, neglect, or misappropriation of property. BLS Required.
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