Transporter- Full Time Evenings

About the Role

Transports patients, specimens, blood and blood products, charts, medical records, and other documents, linens, and Central Supply Equipment/supplies as requested, in a safe and timely manner. Supports the mission of Chester County Hospital and the Transport Services Department.

Responsibilities

Transporter Duties

• Transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher using safety measures appropriate for patient and vehicle.
• Uses proper body mechanics when transferring patient during ambulation and bed–chair transfers.
• Uses appropriate Safe Patient Handling equipment and devices, e.g., Hovermat and Hoverjack when needed.
• Transports patients for internal tests and transports discharged patients to exit.
• Uses communication resources such as the interdepartmental transport sheet to ascertain patient’s needs such as portable oxygen, isolation precautions, etc.
• Reports to transportation destination in a timely manner to pick-up patient.
• Maintains hallways, keeping clear of all unused equipment.

Communication

• Communicates patient and unit information to the RN and interdisciplinary care team in a timely manner.
• Seeks help from RN when needed.
• Informs the Dispatcher or Supervisor when experiencing difficulty completing an assignment.
• Stays with patient until relieved by another healthcare provider.
• Accepts assignments and performs as a team member.
• Verifies patient ID, introduces self to patient, and explains procedure to patient and family.
• Uses proper telephone etiquette.

Role Development

• Develops own knowledge via practice, observation, and attending competency assessments and required in-services.
• Promotes best practice by demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care.
• Promotes innovation and creativity in the practice environment.
• Serves as a preceptor and mentor for new employees.
• Accepts constructive feedback about performance or behaviors and shows evidence of change.
• Demonstrates verbal and writing skills that are appropriate for healthcare communication.
• Adheres to the Department of Nursing Dress Code.

Department of Nursing and Organization Support

• Communicates support of organizational values and strategies.
• Supports the following organizational programs: Magnet®, Hospital of Distinction, Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification, and Nursing Councils.
• Performs job duties in accordance with these standards.
• Maintains attendance/lateness standards in accordance with Hospital policy.

Departmental Support

• Maintains equipment in working order.
• Uses equipment appropriately, follows Department policies for equipment and supply use, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Performs assigned duties to maintain department in a state of survey readiness and maintain quality initiatives.
• Adheres to hospital-based programs to support patient care such as maintaining a quiet environment, customer service, etc.
• Attends staff meetings on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• High School Diploma/GED (Preferred)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.