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Posted: 15-May-26
Location: Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 269693
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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 the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
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- 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 6000 + registered nurses
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Emergency Department Technician I - Duke University Hospital (Durham, NC)
Next available start date: July 13, 2026
The Duke University Hospital Emergency Department includes 81 beds (Adult, Pediatric, Psychiatric, Fast Track, Triage, and Resuscitation areas) and provides fast?paced, high?acuity care. ED Techs support patient care under the direction of a nurse and play a key role in patient flow and safety.
Schedule
Full?time only
Three 12?hour day or mid?shift shifts per week
Key Responsibilities
Perform basic life support interventions (airway, breathing, circulation)
Assist with stabilization, transport, and patient movement
Support communication between patients, families, and ED staff
Perform EKGs, vital signs, specimen labeling, and hourly rounding
Assist with patient care needs and comfort measures
Required Skills & Abilities
Ability to perform all Nurse Aide I tasks
Heavy lifting and patient transport
Ability to work in a fast?paced, high?stress environment
Strong prioritization and self?motivation
Ability to care for patients across the lifespan
Competency in hazmat/decontamination procedures (training provided)
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Completion of NCA I training or North Carolina EMT training
Current listing as NCA I or EMT with no substantiated findings
BLS required
Related experience preferred but not required
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