Emergency Department Technician, Full Time/36 Hours/7p-7a/EOW

Bristol Hospital Group • Bristol, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of patient care tasks utilizing a Patient Focused Care model. Follows standardized procedures prescribed in a clinical pathway, including activities related to direct care, diagnostic testing, patient transport and documentation, as directed by RN. Bristol Health is dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to its patients, residents, and families, upholding values of Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). The hospital is Magnet recognized and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award.

Requirements

• Basic life Support (BLS) required at time of hire
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Active CNA certificate or;
• Two (2) years of experience in a role as a PCA, Ed Tech or CNA in acute or long term care or;
• 3rd year BSN student who has completed two clinical rotations, or;
• Medical Assistant or;
• EMT.
• BLS at time of Hire
• General orientation at time of hire.
• Accucheck, BLS, Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually, PERT, Restraint Protocol, 1:1 Observation Protocol.
• Health Care BLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Additional cross-training as appropriate to perform diverse job duties.
• Successfully complete all training programs as determined by the Hospital.
• Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and medical terminology.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Data entry and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with bathing and personal hygiene.
• Assists with lifting, moving and ambulation, applying principles of good body mechanics.
• Assists with elimination; records output.
• Provides nourishments to patients as directed by the RN; assists with meals, records output.
• Reports changes in patients' condition to RN in a timely manner.
• Answers call lights promptly and relays information to the appropriate staff.
• Obtains and records vital signs as directed.
• Records accurately and appropriately all I & O and interventions.
• Practices and maintains aseptic technique.
• Adheres to all safety precautions.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions.
• Provides care appropriate to the age of each patient served.
• Updates patient status boards as required.
• Updates patients on ED status every fifteen minutes.
• Accompanies patients on discharge as requested.
• Collects specimens as directed and delivers to lab as requested.
• Assists with pre-operative care as directed by an RN.
• Weighs patients and assists with bed weights as requested.
• Assists with post-mortem care as directed.
• Independently performs EKGs.
• Performs selected respiratory procedures including pulse oximetry, spirometry and others as directed.
• Independently performs phlebotomy as directed.
• Enters orders into the computer as requested.
• Independently assists with suturing.
• Maintains a clean and safe unit environment.
• Follows procedures for securing repairs.
• Stocks rooms and maintains adequate inventories as set by par levels.
• Routinely rotates stock, adhering to procedure/policies regarding dated items.
• Assists with putting supplies away in the store room.
• Answers telephone, relays messages accurately and in a timely manner.
• Copies and faxes records as requested.
• Transfers patients' personal effects including valuables as needed.
• Performs other secretarial functions as directed.
• Accurately performs order entry in a timely manner.
• Applies effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Is receptive and approachable.
• Follows proper channels of communication.
• Collaborates effectively with other team members to meet patient/family needs.
• Selects appropriate environment to express feelings and frustrations.
• Demonstrates professional conduct, courtesy and respect.
• Demonstrates dependability by reporting to work on time and when scheduled.
• Demonstrates flexibility in meeting unit staffing needs.
• Utilizes available work time effectively.
• Satisfactorily complete basic assignments within given time frame and with minimal supervision.
• Promotes a positive image of the unit institution.
• Upholds Patient Bill of Rights.
• Maintains confidentiality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED