The ED Technician is under the direction of the RN, provides physical care and environmental support for patients, in addition to maintaining, cleaning equipment and ordering supplies.
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Experience:
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* One year related technical job experience.
Minimum skills/abilities:
* Able to communicate verbally and in writing in English language.
* Able to complete mathematical computations required to perform responsibilities.
* Able to analyze simple issues and solve them with direction.
Certification/Licensure:
* Nursing Aide Certification preferred.
Job Responsibilities
Patient Care Needs:
* Provides and/or assists with physical care needs and environmental support needs of the patient as appropriately delegated by the RN.
* Obtains O2 saturation via pulse oximeter.
* Has knowledge regarding use of pulse oximeter.
* Has knowledge of normal values for vital signs and O2 saturation and notifies RN of abnormal values.
* Applies O2 therapy via nasal cannula.
* Performs initial application and re-application of telemetry monitor leads and electrodes.
* Performs 12 Lead EKG's as directed.
* Assists with comfort measures including answering lights and toileting.
* Assists with patient positioning.
* Demonstrates ability to respond productively in a variety of emergency situations, providing direct and indirect patient care activities.
* May provide initial emergency airway management while notifying RN of emergency situation.
* Performs non-complex sterile dressing changes and simple wound care.
* Performs basic enemas as directed.
* Performs stool guaiac and quality control measures.
* Assists with recording patient intake and output.
* Assists with urine collection and monitoring.
* Performs glucose testing and routine quality control via Accucheck system.
* Has knowledge of normal and abnormal blood glucose levels and notifies RN of abnormal values.
* Participates in post-mortem care.
* May provide care of patients requiring 1:1 observation.
* Assists in applying splints, immobilizes, casts, etc. as needed.
* Assists in crutch training.
* Prepares patients for examinations as requested by RN/MD.
* Transports patients, equipment and supplies intra-departmentally.
* Assists with computer entry as needed.
* Performs phlebotomy as directed by RN/MD.
* Documents all activities performed on ED Flowsheet.
* Maintains confidentiality and semblance of medical record.
* Reports pertinent data to RN/MD in a timely manner.
Unit Environment:
* Does department ordering and stocking.
* Checks equipment and supplies to assure department's readiness.
* Restocks/prepares patient unit cubicles.
* Reports/follows up on damaged or lost equipment/supplies.
* Assists with general cleaning of department.
* Keeps hallways clear, stores carts, equipment, etc. in appropriate storage areas.
Approach to Job Performance/Cooperation/Motivation:
* The ED Technician demonstrates a commitment to work collaboratively with other health care team members to facilitate and promote desired patient outcomes and to promote a unit environment which supports positive public relations.
* Performs responsibilities in a self-directed and cooperative manner.
* Uses time constructively and organizes assignment for maximum productivity.
* Cooperates with peer group in varying schedule assignments on time sheet.
* Meets the demands and functions during stress and emergencies in a positive manner.
* Takes responsibility and is accountable for his/her actions or in-actions and standard of practice.
* Requests and accepts constructive criticism.
* Develops a rapport with peers and co-workers that is conducive to patient care.
* Works in a team approach to accomplish unit goals.
* Maintains an acceptable attitude.
* Manages conflict and frustration in a positive and constructive manner.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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