Emergency Medical Technician - San Miguel County

About the role

Under the direction of the Staff Nurse, administers medications as prescribed; and documents the medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects. Performs routine phlebotomy services and complete laboratory management functions in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient treatment and management as directed by multidisciplinary team
• Administer and accurately record the administration of medications for patients as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established policies and procedures of the Company and applicable state/federal regulations
• Observe, record, and report to the Staff Nurse symptoms and conditions of patients that could be related to medication interactions, adverse reactions, or medication side effects
• Determine and record the effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations
• Store medications in a safe and accurate manner and monitor medications to ensure adequate accountability
• Provide direct patient care to include gathering vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, food and fluid intake, and output
• Perform and assist patients with feeding, basic hygiene care, and other activities of daily living
• Perform phlebotomy on patient population
• Conduct social and recreational activities for individual patients or small group under direction of nursing staff
• Conduct observation of patients as directed after required training and approval
• Participate in the monitoring, requisition, and documentation of the use of medical supplies and equipment as directed
• Identify and maintain professional boundaries to preserve the integrity of the therapeutic process and relationship
• Ensure compliance with all facility and Company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines including HIPAA
• Coordinate care closely with custody staff while maintaining a positive, collaborative relationship
• Maintain ethical commitment to ensure confidentiality within the limits of a correctional environment
• Demonstrate awareness of proper infection control practices by using Universal Precautions and following policies and procedures of Centurion, including OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standard and Centurion's Exposure Control Plan
• Deliver care to patients in a nonjudgmental/nondiscriminatory manner to protect their autonomy, dignity, and rights
• Other duties as assigned

Education, credentials and experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Medical Aide certification with approval for medication administration required
• Certified Nursing Aide certification required
• Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR certification
• One year experience in acute care, emergency, or correctional setting preferred

Core competencies

• Problem Solver: Acts collaboratively in resolving problems. Ability to present solutions rather than just identifying problems. Acknowledges when one does not know something and is willing to take personal responsibility for finding a solution.
• Team Builder: Works well with others and helps build a cohesive working environment. Helps others learn and shares knowledge. Respects diversity of the workplace and individuals unique characteristics.
• Communicator: Able to appropriately express observations and assessment in written and verbal forms. Clear and articulate when speaking with patients or colleagues using audience-appropriate language. Listens to others.
• Effective Time Management: Organizes and prioritizes work by devoting adequate time and attention to individual tasks.

Must be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.