ER Med Surg Tech 1500-0330

Valley Medical Center•Renton, WA

44d

About The Position

The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. JOB OVERVIEW: Provides/assists the direct nursing care of all patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Department of Emergency Services or Critical Care

Requirements

Completion of an accredited MA and actively pursuing a nursing degree.
BLS certification.
Able to communicate effectively in English.
If performing non-waived testing, must provide evidence of High School Diploma/GED Certificate, College Transcript, or license issued by the Washington State Department of Health.
Unit specific prerequisites-see Addendum.
Good interpersonal communication skills in a diverse population.
Demonstrates ability to learn tasks and handle responsibility.
Demonstrates ability to follow direction/instructions.
Demonstrates skill in communication and customer relationships in a diverse population.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.
Complete HCA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain this certification throughout employment with VMC.
Demonstrates ability to conform to Valley Values which are teamwork, respect, community centered, compassion, quality & innovation.
Completion of an accredited MA, Emergency Department Technician program, or
CNA (with active Washington State Nursing Assistant - Certified license) and
Actively pursuing a nursing degree, or EMT or Paramedic with field experience.
EMT or Paramedic must have an active Washington State Registered Nursing Assistant License (RNA) prior to employment.
Previous Critical Care experience, required.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in a CNA or EMT field recommended.
One (1) year Critical Care experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide/assist in the direct nursing care (within scope of practice) of all patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Transport/escort patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, along with all support equipment necessary. i.e. IV pumps, oxygen tanks. Utilizes IV tote safety devices on stretchers and/or obtains appropriate help in difficult transports
Cleans and stocks treatment areas or patient rooms as necessary, requested, or assigned.
Cleans all used instruments and equipment before CS pickup.
Restocks supplies and linen in all rooms.
Cleans all equipment, etc.
Assists in keeping work areas, equipment and supplies clean and orderly as outlined by hospital policy.
Clean and stock linen cart, stock blanket warmer.
Clean medicine room refrigerator each month or as requested.
Clean Dirty Utility room and Clean Utility room on each shift.
Clean employee lounge and refrigerator as assigned.
Clean refrigerator and store room when needed, on any shift as assigned.
Each shift; clean assigned stretchers and wheelchairs. If any are missing, check floors and bring back to the department.
Each shift, check BP cuffs, flashlights, suction heads, suction heads, restraints, etc. in the rooms. If any are missing, replace.
Clean and restock carts specific to the unit; Cast, OD, Burn, Eye, Pelvic, Trauma, Difficult Intubation, Line Cart.
Once a month, clean all cupboards and drawers in all rooms.
Daily - check outdated supplies.
Completed check list and account for supplies/equipment each shift.
Assists with admitting duties as needed including admission documentation. (Specific to unit)
Coordinates daily activities with the charge nurse or zone lead.