Emergency Dept Tech II - Emergency Department - SUPPLEMENTAL VARYING SHIFTS

Sky Lakes Medical Center•Klamath Falls, OR

About The Position

QUALIFICATIONS Required : At least one year’s experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably emergency department or one year pre-hospital experience as an EMT-I or Paramedic required; Code Gray certification by end of month from 90 days of hire and maintained; Ability to speak English and have legible handwriting, knowledge of spelling, grammar and basic arithmetic. Demonstrated skill in dealing with the public and telephone courtesy. Demonstrated skill in proper use of body mechanics. Must have high school diploma or equivalent. Lic/Reg/Cert : Current Oregon certification as an EMT- Intermediate or Paramedic: or current Oregon LPN license. TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS Must be able to withstand constant walking, standing, lifting at least 50 lbs. or more, push/pull regulation hospital equipment occasional sitting, Must be able to function during periods of stress, and exposure to trauma and/or disease, and have the requisite visual, auditory and fine motor skills. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides direct patient care as requested by the primary care nurse, including activities of daily living, e.g., ambulation, dressing, feeding, toiletry needs reporting any changes in patient status. Ascertains and records accurate vital sings, including rectal temperatures, pediatric weights, with abnormal findings reported to primary care nurse or charge nurse. Assists nursing staff in gathering information pertinent to the patient’s care including the patient’s physical needs and functional status in order to provide patient care. Accurately performs the twelve lead EKG tracings per physician order.. Performs duties as delegated by the primary care nurse, charge nurse in accordance with certification and hospital policy, e.g., pulse oximetry, orthostatic vital signs, specimen collection with appropriate labeling, and recording.. Demonstrates current knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures including universal precautions. Provides wound cleaning under the direction of the primary care nurse or physician. Applies dressings/dressing changes not requiring sterile technique to wounds under the direction of the primary care nurse or physician Assists nurses and doctors with procedures, e.g., suture set-ups, proper use of restraints, i.e. lumbar punctures, IV set-ups, initiates IV/IO cannulation, phlebotomy, and pelvic exams and safely transports patients’ supplies and specimens through out the hospital. Performs ear lavage safely, performs visual acuity screening, flushes eyes with Morgan lens, and performs pH checks of eyes when ordered. Applies eye patches (double metal, foam) with appropriate patient instruction R/T safety. Prepares patients for dismissal by primary care nurse to include removal of electrodes, oxygen, DC IV. Provides patients with appropriate means of transportation out of the Emergency Department. Splints sprains/fractures on extremities under the direction of the primary care nurse or physician. Successfully completes clinical competencies described in the department’s competency program and accurately documents in real time. Stocks and cleans patient treatment areas with needed supplies, while maintaining a safe, clean environment. MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least one year’s experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably emergency department or one year pre-hospital experience as an EMT-I or Paramedic required
Code Gray certification by end of month from 90 days of hire and maintained
Ability to speak English and have legible handwriting, knowledge of spelling, grammar and basic arithmetic.
Demonstrated skill in dealing with the public and telephone courtesy.
Demonstrated skill in proper use of body mechanics.
Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
Current Oregon certification as an EMT- Intermediate or Paramedic: or current Oregon LPN license.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care as requested by the primary care nurse, including activities of daily living, e.g., ambulation, dressing, feeding, toiletry needs reporting any changes in patient status.
Ascertains and records accurate vital sings, including rectal temperatures, pediatric weights, with abnormal findings reported to primary care nurse or charge nurse.
Assists nursing staff in gathering information pertinent to the patient’s care including the patient’s physical needs and functional status in order to provide patient care.
Accurately performs the twelve lead EKG tracings per physician order.
Performs duties as delegated by the primary care nurse, charge nurse in accordance with certification and hospital policy, e.g., pulse oximetry, orthostatic vital signs, specimen collection with appropriate labeling, and recording.
Demonstrates current knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures including universal precautions.
Provides wound cleaning under the direction of the primary care nurse or physician.
Applies dressings/dressing changes not requiring sterile technique to wounds under the direction of the primary care nurse or physician
Assists nurses and doctors with procedures, e.g., suture set-ups, proper use of restraints, i.e. lumbar punctures, IV set-ups, initiates IV/IO cannulation, phlebotomy, and pelvic exams and safely transports patients’ supplies and specimens through out the hospital.
Performs ear lavage safely, performs visual acuity screening, flushes eyes with Morgan lens, and performs pH checks of eyes when ordered.
Applies eye patches (double metal, foam) with appropriate patient instruction R/T safety.
Prepares patients for dismissal by primary care nurse to include removal of electrodes, oxygen, DC IV.
Provides patients with appropriate means of transportation out of the Emergency Department.
Splints sprains/fractures on extremities under the direction of the primary care nurse or physician.
Successfully completes clinical competencies described in the department’s competency program and accurately documents in real time.
Stocks and cleans patient treatment areas with needed supplies, while maintaining a safe, clean environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.