Emergency Room Technician PRN

AdventHealth•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Requirements

Performs basic skills completely to include but not limited to: patient transport, EKGs, telemetry monitoring, intake & output, vital signs, specimen/culture collection, phlebotomy, dressing applications, oxygen administration via simple airway management (nasal cannula or mask), personal hygiene assistance, chest tube set-up, splint applications, blood glucose monitoring, and foley catheter placement
Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language
High School Grad or Equiv
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT)

Nice To Haves

1+ healthcare of field experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in EKGs, cardiac monitoring, and BLS protocols.
Monitors cardiac/telemetry status and vital functions of all patients.
Performs as a Unit Liaison, including physician communication, maintaining electronic logs, EMS radio support, and coordinating patient transports.
Adheres to infection control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees.
Uses and maintains emergency equipment proficiently.
Documents treatment and administered care in the electronic medical record according to established policies and procedures.
Assists with replenishing code cart supplies and other essential equipment.
Assists the charge nurse and/or primary nurse with patient care throughout the department as assigned.
Coordinates the immediate off-load of patients arriving via EMS with the primary nurse and/or charge nurse.
Collaborates with the primary nurse to implement appropriate physician orders to expedite patient care.
Obtains specimens promptly upon patient arrival.