Emergency Center Technician AHN

Department36102 Navicent Health Medical Center - Emergency DepartmentStatusFull timeBenefits EligibleYesHours Per Week36Schedule Details/Additional InformationFT 0.9 FTE 7p-7aPay Range$20.80 - $31.20Major ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates competency in the physical care of the patient according to AHN/unit patient care standards, including the following as appropriate for the unit:Personal care for all body systems, including bathing, oral hygiene, perineal care, linen changes and hair care.Pre and post-op/ procedure carePost-mortem carePatient in restraintsPlacement of electrodes for cardiac, respiratory and/or fetal monitoringAssisting with ambulation and exercisePatient with infectious disease including TB, hepatitis, AIDS, including those requiring isolation.Correct positioning of patients in beds, chairs, and specialty surfacesTransfer of patient (e.g. bed to chair, bed to commode or back)Transportation of patients on wheelchair, stretcher, bed, etc., including to other units as neededDemonstrates competency in skin care protocols and careAccurately performs/ documents intake/ output, vital signs, weights and other monitoring, including computerized charting.Promptly notifies nurse of abnormal vital signs, observations, physical complaints, etc.Patient with latex allergiesAssist in identifying patients at risk for falls and preventing fallsMaintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment for the patient, including correct handling of body fluids and appropriate cleaning of equipment between patients.Demonstrates utilization of proper body mechanics and appropriate lift techniques/ resources.Performs glucose monitoring via fingerstickImplements admission, transfer and discharge procedures, according to AHN unit standards:Assists with timely admission, discharge or transferProvides explanations of the physical environment, including communication devices.Accurately records relevant and required information on the appropriate documentation tool.Collects and properly forwards patient’s personal belongings at the time of transfer, discharge or death, documenting disposition.Assures unused equipment and supplies are cleaned/removed from the patient’s room after discontinuationUtilizes discharge process, to include bed tracking, when discharging/transferring patients.Utilizes Effective Communication And Interpersonal SkillsAssures timely and appropriate communication of patient/ family issues.Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients, families and members of the health care team through effective use of verbal and non-verbal communication skills.Utilizes appropriate lines of authority.Maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies.Demonstrates effective conflict resolution skills.Demonstrates awareness of satisfaction issues and contributes to resolution and improvement.Demonstrates Competence In The Following SkillsTime management and prioritizationTeamworkProblem solving and critical thinkingOrganization of work and environmentTimely response to patient/nurse needs and requestsParticipates In Maintaining Supplies, Equipment And Unit CleanlinessMaintains a neat and orderly appearance of patient areas.Restocks supplies at the bedside, supply shelves, and other designated areas.Reports broken, malfunctioning or missing equipment to the appropriate person.Ensures appropriate charges made.Properly handles, stores, cleans and maintains equipment.Efficiently and appropriately uses supplies, linen and dietary items.Demonstrates Self Growth/accountabilityParticipates in quality assurance and PI activities.Participates in at least 50% of unit meetings and reads/ initials minutes of all meetings not attended.Maintains awareness of hospital/division/unit procedure/policy changes which affect the delivery of patient care.Verbalizes how his/her job supports organizational/ departmental goals and pillars of excellence.Demonstrates “Commitment to Coworkers” along with allCultural Commitments.Assures competency maintained.Complies with unit-specific articulated job expectations.Demonstrates Competency In The Following Complex Care Activities At Minimum With Other Activities Determined By Unit Need. These Competencies Will Include But Not Be Limited ToCompletion of Preceptor training and serving in Preceptor role. Glucose monitoring and quality control checks.Respiratory Care including tracheostomy care, suctioning, etc.Complete required CPR training as defined by the unit.Dressing changesMonitoring chest and other drainage tubes and levels, reporting deviations Procedure/Equipment set-upComplete and Maintain Decontamination TrainingPerforms worker compensation drug screens on patients as requested by employerCPI trainingHelicopter safety/transport of patients to and from HelipadPart of the Trauma Response Team, assisting with patient care, picking up blood products from the blood bank, collecting evidence using chain of custodyAssists RN with restraints and monitoring12 lead EKGVenipuncture/ phlebotomyAs assigned, demonstrates competency in Medical Receptionist Major Job Functions and Communication Specialists to include:Assuring timely and accurate order entry and verification. Maintaining medical record and assuring HIPAA regulations met. Scanning EC medical records.Serving as central Communication and reception hub for the unit.Maintaining order and cleanliness of the central station and operations of designated equipment.Assuring timely throughput patient processes.Facilitating obtaining supplies and materials for patient care.Demonstrating professional growth.Assists in achieving unit quality scores which meet or exceed hospital/ national average for nurse-sensitive quality indicators such as skin breakdown, falls, and others as appropriate for the unit.Education RequiredHigh school diploma or GED. Physical Requirements And Working ConditionsSpends much of the day walking and standing on tile or carpet, bending, stooping, and sitting. Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds specific to job class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors.Preferred Job RequirementsPreferred Certification/License/RegistrationCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.Preferred ExperiencePrefer experience taking care of patients and dealing with the public.Preferred Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesThis job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.Under the direction of the RN, performs patient care duties as described herein. Must demonstrate competency in basic and complex direct patient care, throughput processes and additional functionality required by the unit. Must demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, teamwork, organization and prioritization skills. Is responsible for designated equipment and supplies used in the care of assigned patients. Must be flexible in changing assignments, workload and learning new skills. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.