Emergency Technician - Main Emergency Dept - Part Time - Days

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical care as assigned and instructed by the RN per Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines for delegation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of tests, procedures, treatments, and any potential complications.
• Performs skills only after demonstrating competency as documented on the Clinical Performance Record (CPR).
• Performs tasks delegated by RN as follows (including but not limited to): Vital Signs, Pulse oximetry, Capnography, Measures and records patient intake and output, Documents Carbohydrate Count with each meal, Makes observations as instructed by RN, Reports deviations, Collects specimens as directed by RN, Ensures appropriate processing of specimens, Weighs Patients, Applies hot/cold compresses, ace bandages, non-sterile dressings, Performs custom orthoglass and plaster splinting, Removes plaster casts, Performs finger sticks for blood glucose levels, Provides tube/catheter care, Performs IVs insertion, Performs phlebotomy, Performs Foley placement, Performs wound care, Performs Medtronic and Boston Scientific interrogation, Performs crutch walking education, Performs walker teaching, Assembly of crutches, Assists physician with procedures under guidance of clinician, Provides post mortem care, Reapplies and removes oxygen mask/cannula, Turns, cough, and deep breathe, Provides incentive spirometry, Assists with ambulation, Performs range of motion, Applies over-bed trapeze and over-bed frame, Performs EKGs (where applicable), Performs iStat, Biosite, Clinitek, and Hemoccult testing as ordered, Assists in psychiatric care, Maintains CPI training, Performs suicide check, Assists with Code Blue response, Maintains Ebola/Emerging path, Maintains BLS certification, Transports patients between departments for necessary testing, Transports patients to Labor & Delivery, Assists with delivery of infants, Performs orthostatic vital signs, Operates ring cutter to perform ring removal as directed, Understands and performs tasks specific to different areas of ED (Triage, Express, Pods), Documents according to policy, Provides support with unit clerical functions as needed, Comfort: Provides comfort and personal hygiene for patients, Documents according to policy, As directed by RN, provides assistance with clothing and hygiene needs, Helps patients change out of street clothes into hospital gown, When necessary removes clothing and belongings from room, with items labelled with patient identifiers, helps patients with necessary hygiene needs, elimination needs perineal care, skin care (reporting any noted reddened areas to RN), Positions, repositions and/or ambulates patient according to clinician’s instructions and/or physician orders, Also helps patients into stretcher or chair for examination and comfort, Nutritional needs: Assists with menu selection and tray as needed, Assists in feeding patients, as needed, Provides snacks at ordered times and fluids as instructed, Environment and Safety: Provides and promotes individual patient and unit safety, Ensures beds and side rails are in appropriate position and locked at all times and that all necessary articles, including call light, are within reach, Maintains safe patient handling guidelines according to policy, Implements and adheres to infection control policies, Safety hazards are promptly corrected &/or reported to the appropriate Person, Maintains understanding of emergency reporting protocol, Responds to unit emergencies, Reporting to the charge nurse, If applicable, provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients using AvaSys software (see addendum), Ensures rooms are ready for the next patient by cleaning all surfaces, removing trash, and ensuring all equipment is in working order, Leadership & Accountability: Demonstrates leadership skills such as the ability to motivate, educate and mentor peers while effectively providing care for patients and family members, Serves as a positive role model, Responds to scheduling responsibilities with timeliness, Participates in 75% of staff meetings, Participates in unit based activities/initiatives for performance improvement, Participates in council activities and task forces to improve competencies of self, co-workers, and staff members related to patient care, Supports self and peers in professional growth and development utilizing resources and opportunities within and outside of The Christ Hospital, Participates in self and peer review activities to include the positive recognition of peers and staff on a regular basis, Complies with organization and department policies and required training, Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific population of patient and/or regulatory agencies, Submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner, Follows Time and Attendance Policy, Trains new employees in both ExCELS core values, and skills necessary to perform in the department, Communication: Orients patient & family to the hospital environment & services provided, Facilitates communication throughout the entire hospitalization process as follows: Ensures patient is comfortable and oriented to surroundings, Provides explanations of: call signal, visitors lounge, visitor policy, Dine on Demand, cafeteria and gift shop location and hours of operation, no smoking policy and Patient Education Video Services, Facilitates and maintains communication among all team members of pertinent patient information and patient care needs, Ensures appropriate patient care signage is posted as needed, Demonstrates appropriate communication skills during death & dying process, Helps patients and family members understand reasonable expectations and realities of the ER, Age Specific Competency: Demonstrates ongoing competency in clinical performance for age- related care

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate/Diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience: 3 or more years of experience as a PCA, MA, EMT, or equivalent role, as decided by Emergency Department management, that must involve direct patient contact in a hospital acute care setting or first responder setting. Or a nursing student who has successfully completed one medical-surgical rotation or another acute care experience.
• Skills and Knowledge: The EDT demonstrates the knowledge, abilities and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education. The EDT effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality. The EDT maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. The EDT demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting. Basic computer skills and clinical documentation is preferred.
• Licenses, Registrations & Certifications: Certification in AHA Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers before patient contact, Certification in Violence Prevention (AVADE)