Emergency Department Associate

WVU Medicine

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care activities under the supervision of a registered professional nurse and/or licensed medical provider. Assists medical and nursing staff with a variety of procedures in an Emergency setting. The role includes observing and reporting patient changes, supporting general patient care, carrying out assigned tests, assisting with procedures, and helping maintain a safe environment and department operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
Ability to adapt to changing environments.

Nice To Haves

Current certification as a West Virginia Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic or applicable state licensure where services will be performed.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Two years of college in an applicable course of study, such as nursing, biology, physical therapy, sports medicine, or a related field, or two years of experience in an Emergency Department or pre-hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Observe and immediately report patient concerns or changes in condition to a registered nurse.
Assist the Registered Nurse with admissions, transfers, discharges, and general patient care duties.
Record vital signs and oral intake and output; assist with personal hygiene and patient comfort measures.
Assist with specimen collection and other activities for assigned patients.
Maintain a clean and safe environment to help prevent or control infections and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
Report necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel in a timely manner according to departmental procedure.
Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedure.
Communicate nutrition issues to the RN, including poor appetite or a stated lack of understanding of diet changes.
Assist with administrative tasks that support department operations.
Answer patient call bells and relay messages to appropriate personnel.
Perform assigned tests, including glucose monitoring and urine and stool testing, and maintain quality-control testing and logs according to department policy.
Perform routine discontinuation of IV catheters as assigned.
Assist in care of drainage devices, including penrose drains, chest tubes, and similar catheters, while maintaining accurate output.
Perform EKG testing upon request.
Transport specimens to the Lab as needed.
Collect blood samples as ordered by a physician when credentialed in phlebotomy.