Huntsville Hospital Health System
Location
Decatur, Alabama
The Emergency Room Attendant assists licensed nurses by performing various patient care duties, including obtaining EKGs, venipuncture, measuring vital signs, and assisting with patient mobility and feeding.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and are required to have BLS certification before the orientation period concludes. The role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a fast-paced environment requiring frequent task prioritization.
Overview Under the direct supervision of licensed nurses, the Emergency Room Attendant performs various duties to assist in the care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. These duties include, but are not limited to, obtaining EKG's, venipuncture, ambulation assistance, toilet assistance, feeding, measuring vital signs and blood glucose, and transporting.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions 1. Perform basic patient care with minimal supervision and within established policies on all age groups 2. Accurately check and record vital signs, reports any abnormalities to licensed staff 3. Performs venipuncture and collects other specimens per policy 4. Promptly answer call lights and provide necessary assistance in a timely manner 5. Report patient changes, problems, complaints or requests to appropriate personnel 6. Assist in the maintenance of equipment and stocking of supplies 7. Aware of departmental throughput goals and actively participates in meeting these goals 8. Accurately follows direction of licensed staff with minimal guidance needed
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience RequiredEducation/Licensure: Must have high school diploma or GED.
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