ED Tech - Methodist Emergency

Overview

Performs Patient Care Activities as delegated by the Nurse and/or Physician for patients of all age's groups with both acute and chronic health problems. The Emergency Department Technician provides direct patient care that encompasses the nursing assistant role, phlebotomy, patient transport and 12-lead ECG tracings.

Qualifications

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
• Training within 3 months -
• Crisis
• Prevention
• Institute (CPI),
• Education: H.S.
• Diploma/GED,
• Work
• Experience: Hospital

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the RN provides indirect care that supports the Emergency Department mission by: PARTICIPATION: in cost containment development/maintenance of positive work environment minimizing overtime attending required classes and meetings participating in unit committees adheres to all policies and procedures PROMOTING PATIENT SAFETY: applies protective devices correctly anticipates patient request, makes rounds every hour as a minimum assists RN in planning patient care maintains a safe unit environment PROMOTING INFECTION CONTROL: washes hands before and after patient contact handles soiled linen, equipment and instruments per protocol maintains sterile asepsis changes and secures dressings maintains isolation technique PROMOTING PERSONAL SAFETY: utilizes p.p.e. appropriately keeps hallways clear of furniture/equipment, everything on one side PROVIDES DAILY INVENTORY MAINTENANCE: maintains support areas (kitchen, nurses’ station, utility rooms) clean/stocked restocks equipment in patient rooms accountable for wheelchairs, thermometers and other pertinent equipment completes appropriate work form for maintenance and clinical engineering service, equipment work orders, including removing from service Provides direct patient care that demonstrates our mission and values. Evidenced by: PROVIDES CARE AS DIRECTED: Perform pulse oximetry Foley catheter, straight cath insertion/placement, minicath – excludes children and infants performs and documents selected diagnostic tests – phlebotomy & 12-lead ECG recording performs lab testing as appropriate provides care for the patient requiring restraint or seclusion Performs splint application (Methodist only) Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing. Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies. PROVIDES OBSERVATION AND MEASUREMENT OF PATIENT INFORMATION PER POLICY: temperatures - oral, rectal (axillary only under the direction of RN) Pulse - apical and radial, Blood pressure, height and weight, intake and output, pain ratings Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of all equipment necessary to perform job functions. Performs and documents special procedures per policy: application of heat/cold decubitus care pelvic exam setup I & D setup surgical skin prep apply ace/TEDS/binders apply/remove leads assist coughing & deep breathing assist with physical exam oral suctioning maintain and clean suction equipment application of hypo/hyperthermia unit care of oxygen equipment. room set-up for trauma suture set-up moderate sedation set-up patient prep for any procedure Demonstrates a practical problem-solving approach to patient moving and handling issues. Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment. Performs direct patient care that significantly impacts patient satisfaction evidenced by: PROMOTION OF PATIENT WELLNESS: maintain a pleasant environment for patients by keeping rooms visually clean and uncluttered ready to monitor patient post-procedure participates in admission, transport and discharge of patients assist patients with