Acute Care Tech - CVICU

TriHealth • Montgomery, OH

82d

About The Position

This position provides assistance and/or performs basic activities of daily living and specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of the nurse. This position may perform non-direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed. This position also performs clerical duties as assigned. Must have the interpersonal skill to communicate with respect and compassion to customers. This position also communicates information through various telecommunication devices and assists in coordinating patient flow.

Requirements

• 2 years High School Education
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.
• Multi-line phone skills, familiar with patient call systems and pagers.
• Previous experience with computer operation.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Maintains competency of tasks in which the ACT II has been trained.
• Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe.
• Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
• Serves as a role model to other ACTs for basic patient care competencies and tasks.
• Completes advanced ACT II tasks as delegated within scope and state laws.
• Maintains a safe environment and reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Completes safety event report as necessary.
• Complies with Infection Control policies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures.
• Communicates effectively with others and shows respect to patients, families, and co-workers.
• Reports patient related information in a timely manner.
• Answers phone and patient calls promptly and courteously.
• Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required.
• Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply/equipment availability.
• Maintains the medical record and documents accurately as per unit/TriHealth guidelines.
• Provides other clerical support to unit as needed and directed by charge nurse or manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees