Emergency Services Tech. Children's Hospital. FT NOC

Loma Linda•Loma Linda, CA

2h•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Services Technician serves in a combination role and is competent to perform as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Telemetry Technician (TT) and a Unit Secretary (US) under the supervision of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, and physician. in a fast-paced pediatric emergency department and/or urgent care licensed under Loma Linda University Children's Hospital (LLUCH), a Magnet Recognized large tertiary academic medical center with level one trauma designation. Demonstrates flexibility and accepts changing assignments and job duties at the beginning and throughout the shift as requested, e.g., Telemetry Technician, Unit Secretary, Patient Care Assistant. Provides direct and indirect, age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care as directed and seeks information and clarification of duties throughout shift as necessary. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer satisfaction in a manner that supports excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Completion of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or completion of School of Nursing fundamentals.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Able to read, write legibly and speak in English.
Use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Outlook, organization electronic medical record.
Troubleshoot patient care equipment.
Perform basic non-licensed patient care activities.
Comprehend and follow-through with instructions.
Relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
Be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing policies.
Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
Collaborate.
Accept direction.
Think critically and use good judgment.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Perform basic math functions.
Compose written material.
Manage multiple assignments effectively.
Organize and prioritize workload.
Problem solve.
Recall information with accuracy.
Pay close attention to detail.
Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care.
See adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
Discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

Completion of Emergency Medical Technician program may be considered in lieu of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
Minimum of six months experience as Paramedic transport, telemetry technician, unit secretary or patient care assistant preferred.
Spanish preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve in a combination role as Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Telemetry Technician (TT), and Unit Secretary (US).
Provide direct and indirect, age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care as directed.
Seek information and clarification of duties throughout the shift as necessary.
Utilize interpersonal skills to maximize customer satisfaction.
Contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation.
Perform other duties as needed.