Unit Secretary/Nursing Tech - Emergency Department

Rust Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Tech to join our team and contribute to our mission of providing high-quality care. A Nurse Tech in the Emergency Department (ED) assists in providing patient care and supports the medical team in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Their duties often include taking vital signs, assisting in procedures, maintaining cleanliness and organization of equipment, and aiding in patient transport. They play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and delivering quality care to patients during emergencies. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are critical for success in this role.

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: 0.9
Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Varied days and hours

• 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

• Assisting with patient care activities such as taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and drawing blood.
• Providing basic patient care, including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Monitoring patients' conditions and reporting any changes to the nursing staff.
• 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

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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