Emergency Services Assistant

Powers Health•Hobart, IN

About The Position

Under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and according to established practices and procedures, the Emergency Services Assistant facilitates patient care by performing specific tasks and support functions delegated by the staff RN. The role supports patients in the emergency department and requires skills appropriate to that environment, including providing basic care, assisting with mobility and daily needs, following safety procedures, performing requested tests, and transporting patients within the hospital.

Requirements

High school-level coursework or equivalent.
Fundamental knowledge of an electronic medical record system.
Current BLS provider certification.
Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Excellent verbal and written skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or experience equivalent to that acquired through unit secretary or medical assistant courses.
Completion of a hospital-approved unit assistants course.
Acute health care experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitate patient care under the direction of the staff RN.
Demonstrate skills required for the emergency department environment.
Perform CPR when necessary.
Provide basic patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.
Serve or deliver patient food trays, snacks, or nourishment after checking that the patient is allowed those items.
Feed or assist in feeding patients as needed.
Assist with turning conscious or unconscious patients.
Assist with linen changes on occupied or unoccupied beds as needed.
Assist with cleaning incontinent patients as needed.
Assist patients with ambulation to the bathroom.
Assist in providing safety for patients requiring restraint staffing.
Follow safety regulations, including Universal Precautions; appropriate use of soft restraints or Posey belts and side rails; awareness of patient identification and allergy bands; and appropriate handling of contaminated linen and trash.
Label collected specimens with the time, date, collecting staff member’s initials, and source before sending them to the laboratory.
Perform EKGs as requested.
Perform point-of-care testing as requested.
Transport patients to designated areas of the hospital as necessary or directed.
Demonstrate effective time management and appropriately prioritize patient-care activities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
Retirement savings plan
Life insurance and disability coverage options
Fitness center discount program
Tuition assistance and career development
Paid Time Off
Wellness, reward, and recognition programs
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling and nutritional and financial education
Instant discounts and exclusive deals on hotels, food, clothing, and other items