Rapid Assessment Clinician - ER Milford Regional Evenings, 36 hours

UMass Memorial Health • Milford, MA

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About The Position

The Rapid Assessment Clinician serves in the Emergency Department in capacities consistent with their level of training. The role works collaboratively with the ED care team and monitors patients for acute changes, communicating observations to the primary RN or physician. The clinician assists with procedures and patient care activities at the request of an ED physician or RN and in accordance with ED policy and procedure. Administrative supervision for this emergency department-based role is provided by the emergency department nursing leadership team.

Requirements

• Current certification in CPR-Basic Rescue from either the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• At least one year of experience caring for patients with critical illness within the last five years.
• Demonstrated ability to work well under stressful situations.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) training.
• PALS certification.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• EKG certification.
• Current or expired Paramedic/EMT license.
• At least one year of EMS services experience, preferably integrated with a municipal first-response system.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of the ED care team, including ED physicians, PCAs, Unit Secretaries, and RN staff.
• Monitor patients for acute changes and communicate changes to the primary RN or physician.
• Assist with procedures and patient care activities at the request of an ED physician or RN and in accordance with ED policy and procedure.
• Establish and maintain peripheral IV access.
• Obtain medical history and check vital signs.
• Advise or inform the physician or RN of observations that may assist with diagnostic indication.
• Maintain the assignment delegated by the Flow, Resource, or Charge nurse.

Benefits

• A signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed