Nursing Technician​/Eve - E.D

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Pay is based on years of experience and starts at $19/hr plus shift differentials. This is a union position.
Required:
High School Diploma or GED AND Certified Nursing Assistant or an EMT licensed in the State of Connecticut.

Shifts:

Two 12‑hour shifts and two 8‑hour shifts weekly (7 a‑7 p, 9 a‑9 p, 11 a‑11 p) every other weekend.

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two‑state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connection, personal agility and imagination, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.

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Norwalk Hospital is a 366‑bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care.

To provide nursing care to a patient or group of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.

• Patient Care Criteria A:
  Provides patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes assignments in consultation with the RN.
• Patient Care Criteria B:
  Performs procedures as identified by the Skills Checklist (e.g., splinting, EKGs, wound care). Refers to and utilizes appropriate resources. Responds promptly to patient care needs.
• Patient Care Criteria C:
  Maintains a safe patient environment incorporating Norwalk Hospital Policies and Procedures.
• Patient Care Criteria D:
  Is self‑directed, offers assistance with unit needs, and covers other team members as needed.
• Communication Criteria A:
  Communicates with patients, visitors, and coworkers within the scope of responsibilities in a courteous manner.
• Communication Criteria B:
  Observes and reports to Registered Nurse all changes in patient condition, observations, or occurrences of an unusual nature in a clear and concise manner.
• Communication Criteria C:
  Documents patient data accurately on appropriate forms (e.g., ED Flow Sheet).
• Communication Criteria D:
  Obtains information necessary to carry out patient care assignments, such as report and/or active order profile sheets.
• Occupational and Personal Responsibilities A:
  Demonstrates compliance with identified policies and procedures (e.g., stocking, equipment maintenance). Follows mini protocols. Maintains computer skills (e.g., Epic and Cerner), enters orders/patient charges, and enters Emerge data.
• Occupational and Personal Responsibilities B:
  Demonstrates willingness to assist with and improve unit operations.
• Occupational and Personal Responsibilities C:
  Maintains neat and orderly appearance and environment.
• Occupational and Personal Responsibilities D:
  Completes all competencies and annual requirements as established by the ED Management team (e.g., EKGs, Point of Care Testing, restraints/Code Green, and awareness of Least Restrictive Measures). Maintains personal educational record.
• Equipment and Supplies Criteria A:
  Utilizes supplies and equipment cost‑efficiently and properly (e.g., stocking and maintenance of equipment).
• Equipment and Supplies Criteria B:
  Reports problems with supplies and equipment to appropriate personnel for corrective action.
• Equipment and Supplies Criteria C:
  Maintains supplies as per established par levels in the ED and Express Care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

• Education:
  
  High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience:
  
  zero to six months.
• Required certifications:
  Certified Nursing Assistant or an EMT licensed in the State of Connecticut.
• Desired:
  Knowledge of and experience with emergency department workflows.

Salary Range: $17.00 – $28.50 hourly.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Other.

Job function:
Health Care Provider;
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care.