Critical Care/ER Tech - .9 7p
About The Position
Competence in carrying out technical, direct patient care skills to assist Emergency Department (ED) and Critical Care (CC) staff RNs and/or physicians. Competence in carrying out technical, direct patient care skills to assist Emergency Department (ED) and Critical Care (CC) staff RNs and/or physicians. (Accountability A continued..) Provision of assistance to nurses in the care and discharge of patients as needed. Transportation of patients to and from ancillary departments adn admitted patients to their assigned rooms. Demonstration of complete, accurate, professional communication practices. Provision of needed supplies used throughout various areas of the department/unit. (In the ED shared accountability with the Patient Care Technician and Inventory Clerk) Cleanliness of storage areas and preparation of equipment and sterile trays used in the department/unit. Demonstration of ability to anticipate/solve routine daily problems/events. Demonstration of commitment to teaching/learning. Demonstration of commitment to the organization by supporting and adapting to changes consistent with operating goals.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of PCA class/SA class within 6 months of hire
- Certified Nurse Assistant or equivalent experience and/or one year phlebotomy experience and/or one year respiratory care experience and/or EKG experience.
- Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
- Ability to communicate with others.
- Courteous and professional interpersonal skills.
- CPR Certification within 6 months of employment.
- Ability to successfully complete hospital-based training for Patient Care Assistant.
- Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week; Including holidays.
- Willing to be called off based on unit demands.
- Exposure to various contagious diseases, radiation, chemical, caustic materials, electrical equipment and hazards associated with their use.
- Demands which require lifting throughout the day according to DOL Definition.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
- For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
- Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Responsibilities
- Competence in carrying out technical, direct patient care skills to assist Emergency Department (ED) and Critical Care (CC) staff RNs and/or physicians.
- Provision of assistance to nurses in the care and discharge of patients as needed.
- Transportation of patients to and from ancillary departments adn admitted patients to their assigned rooms.
- Demonstration of complete, accurate, professional communication practices.
- Provision of needed supplies used throughout various areas of the department/unit.
- Cleanliness of storage areas and preparation of equipment and sterile trays used in the department/unit.
- Demonstration of ability to anticipate/solve routine daily problems/events.
- Demonstration of commitment to teaching/learning.
- Demonstration of commitment to the organization by supporting and adapting to changes consistent with operating goals.
Benefits
- Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
