About the Role
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Assist With Care Of Patients Of All Ages In The Emergency Department In Accordance With Hospital Policies And Procedures. Works Under The Supervision Of A Registered Nurse Or Physician. Ensures Treatment Rooms Are Adequately Stocked And Equipment Is In Working Order. Performs Other Tasks As Directed By Charge Rn.
Responsibilities
- Performs various functions as a member of the trauma response teams, including setting up Pleurovacs, IVs, and monitoring patients.
- Performs vital signs and neuro checks and documents them on charts.
- Documents care provided on charts for all patients.
- Assists physicians by obtaining necessary materials for procedures and performs basic splinting.
- Stocks unit supplies and reports defective equipment.
- Transports patients to other units when necessary.
- Performs routine suture removal under guidance.
- Gives crutch walking instructions.
- Responds to patient call bells and requests for aid.
- Performs glucose checks after meeting competency requirements.
- Performs CPR/chest compressions.
- Performs phlebotomy when directed after meeting competency requirements.
- Performs EKGs as requested after meeting competency requirements.
- Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self-development.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.
Requirements
- EMT-B certification with 2 years' experience or 1 year ED Tech experience preferred.
- One year of clinical completed and currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing.
- Two years recent Government Corpsmen experience.
- 1 year ED Tech experience.
Skills
- BLS Certification
Experience Level
- 1 year ED Tech experience preferred
- 1 year clinical completed
- 2 years recent Government Corpsmen experience
- 1 year ED Tech experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma Or Equivalent
About the Company
- YNHHS Vision, Mission, and Values: integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion.
Equal Opportunity
- EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
