Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Emergency Department

Overview

Presbyterian is seeking a Unit Secretary/Nurse Tech to join our Emergency Department at Kaseman to perform secretarial/clerical duties while acting as a communication center for the nursing unit. Our Emergency Department is a fast-paced and dynamic environment where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do. As a Nurse Tech in the Emergency Department, you will play a crucial role in supporting our nursing staff and ensuring the smooth operation of the department. Nurse Techs perform specific patient care procedures (such as bedside testing) under the direction of a licensed Nurse and / or performs specific support-procedures for the operation of a Nursing or Clinical Department. Operates patient monitoring systems. 

 

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. 

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities 

• Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) 

• Shift differentials for nights and weekends 

• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles 

• Malpractice liability insurance 

• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department  

• EPIC electronic charting system 

Type of Opportunity: Full Time FTE: 0.900000 Exempt: No Work Schedule: 12 Hour Nights

Qualifications

• High School/GED
• Clinical experience OR completion of Unit Secretary course OR completion of self-study module preferred.
• Must successfully complete competency verification before starting on assigned unit
• BLS required at time of hire

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient care activities such as taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and drawing blood.
• Providing basic patient care, including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Transporting patients to various departments within the hospital.
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies.
• Documenting patient information accurately and promptly.
• Collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.

Benefits

Benefits 

 

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.   

 

Learn more about our employee benefits.   

 

Presbyterian is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We believe that our environment should reflect the diversity of our community. 

 

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services 

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses. 

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. 

  

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. 

 

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Maximum Offer for this position is up to

USD $21.01/Hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.