Emergency Department Technician (Weekends 7 PM - 7 AM)

VPNE•Northampton, MA

4d•$27 - $27

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), the Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team who assists with clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. The role assists with direct patient care, patient and specimen data collection, equipment setup and management, documentation, and activities of daily living. The position is scheduled for weekends from 7 PM to 7 AM.

Requirements

At least six months of experience as a Nursing Assistant, or be a Nursing Student currently enrolled in a formal program who has completed at least one clinical rotation, or be presently enrolled in and complete the NWH Patient Care Associate Training Program.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Proficient in English, verbally and in writing, with sufficient English-language knowledge to read, speak, and write accurately.
CPR training required.
Successful completion of the literacy exam with a score of 80% or better for PCA Training Program candidates only.
Knowledge of simple arithmetic.
Ability to lift and transport patients safely using appropriate physical techniques according to Safe Patient Handling Guidelines.
Ability to master basic computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and hospital personnel.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with meeting direct patient care needs and contribute to the plan of care through ongoing communication with the RN.
Foster a healing environment with respect and kindness, including sensitivity to cultural diversity, and communicate respectfully with interdisciplinary team members.
Complete hourly patient care rounds, anticipate patient needs, respond promptly and appropriately to call lights and requests, and seek RN assistance when necessary.
Maintain patient and family privacy and confidentiality; orient patients and families/visitors to their surroundings and ensure safekeeping of patient valuables.
Monitor patients and the environment for safety concerns and immediately report changes to the RN/licensed nurse; maintain a safe and clean patient care environment.
Follow infection prevention and standard precautions, including proper handwashing, hand hygiene guidelines, and use of two patient identifiers before specimen collection.
Follow Safe Patient Handling principles to maintain safety for patients and staff.
Document care on approved forms or in the electronic medical record, including food and fluid intake, height and weight, outputs, vital signs, pulse oximetry, non-invasive blood pressures, and blood glucose results.
Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, toileting, dressing, mobility, meals, positioning, turning, ambulation, and range-of-motion activities.
Perform preventative skincare and apply or remove pneumatic sequential compression sleeves.
Assist with admission and discharge processes and provide safe patient transportation.
Collect patient data and specimens; obtain and record vital signs, pulse oximetry, non-invasive blood pressure, and blood glucose; perform EKGs and lift assists; and report changes promptly to the RN/licensed nurse.
Retrieve and prepare equipment, clean equipment between patient use, and follow unit equipment management protocols.
Support equipment and supplies including cardiac monitors, portable oxygen cylinders, nasal cannulas and face masks, pulse oximeters and probes, suction canister-liner systems, patient lifting equipment, and standing, chair, and wheelchair scales.
Provide constant observation, in person or virtually, for patients at risk for injury; reapply soft restraints or roll belts according to unit protocol.
Participate as an interdisciplinary team member to meet patient, family, and unit/department needs; proactively assist others and adapt to changing unit demands.
Perform delegated responsibilities and provide age-appropriate care as described in relevant unit profiles.
Complete annual required training and update knowledge through periodic in-services.
Perform other duties as assigned.