Emergency Services Technician II, Nights, Little Falls Hospital

Bassett Healthcare Network•City of Little Falls, NY

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, preferred
Minimum one year of previous direct patient care experience from either an acute care; long term care; rehab facility or licensed care facility or...
Completion of one year or RN education from an approved ASN or BSN program where a minimum of 30 hours of clinical care was performed or...
Current Certified Nursing Assistant or...
Current EMT Experience less than 1 year
BLS certification within 6 months from date of hire, required
Accountability
Adaptability
Accuracy
Attention to Detail
Communication
Creative Thinking
Critical Thinking
Customer Service
Focusing
Interacting with People
Listening
Time Management

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/ or Certified First Responder, preferred

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of functions in support and care of patients requiring urgent or emergency care in an urgent care or emergency medical setting.
Perform patient treatments assigned by the RN and other health care team members.
Receive direction and assignments from physicians and nurses and provide technical support to optimize patient care.
Report on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members.
Coordinate and assist with care and patient flow by initiating collection of specimens or treatment within the scope of the position as directed.
Utilize critical thinking skill to enhance patient flow high standard of care.
Assist in training of new ED Technicians on duties in the Emergency Department. Mentoring and Monitoring ED Technicians staff at the direction of RN or Provider.
Assist with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures.
Assist with obtaining and documentation of vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
Assist with other technical functions such as: obtaining 12-lead EKGs, discontinuation of peripheral IV, phlebotomy and heparin/saline locks, maintenance and care of specimens for laboratory analysis, and Point of Care Testing.
Manage ordering and decontaminate all equipment, instruments, and supplies.
Participate in the Emergency Decontamination Team.
Assist with positioning patients, application of orthopedic splints and dressings.
Measure and fit crutches and canes; instruct patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
Maintain use of appropriate medical equipment and supplies and monitor for expired dates.
Participate in team meetings and in-services as needed.
Assist with the unit's admission and discharge processes.
Apprise the Registered Nurse and health care team of any observed significant changes in the patient's condition.
Respond to patient requests and/or call light.
Maintain a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with hospital standards.
Function in an emergency situation.
Assist with restrained patients according to established policy and directed by RN and physician.
Use clinical knowledge in the care and management of patients based on diagnoses.
Perform safety attendant duties and may provide direct observation of patients who are at risk of harming themselves or other as directed by supervisor or healthcare team members.
Assist in supporting Environment of Care (EOC) safety checks.
Monitor and record temperatures for specimen refrigerators daily.
Respond appropriately to out of range refrigerator temperatures.
Perform activities of daily living appropriate to patient’s condition.
Provide ADLs including, but not limited to, toileting, hygiene, monitoring intake and output, meal serving, setting up, and feeding patients.
Provide mobility activities including range of motion exercises, transferring, and ambulating of patients.
Use proper body mechanics, obtain help and/or use appropriate equipment when lifting, moving or transferring patients from bed to chair, putting them on stretchers and assisting them into wheelchair.
Establish and maintain good communications with patients, families/visitors and hospital staff.
Convey needed information to patients and visitors.
Answer patients’ requests for assistance and participate in intentional rounding in a timely fashion.
Complete all unit specific and department competency requirements, as measured by supervisory review.
Alarm management of cardiac monitors.
Attend relevant educational and training programs, as evidenced by signature on in-service attendance logs.
Perform similar or related duties as requested or directed.