Assists Registered Nurses and physicians with patient assessments, examinations, and treatments in the Emergency Department. Performs technical patient care duties and essential unit secretary functions while documenting observations and vital signs.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED and BLS/CPR certification. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree and certifications such as EMT, CNA, CMA, or Paramedic.
high schoolassociate degreeprofessional certificatePatient AssessmentEquipment MaintenancePatient EducationVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionCrisis PreventionBedside CareTechnical Nursing Support
Job description
Centered in beautiful Southern California, Adventist Health Simi Valley has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1965.
We are comprised of a 144-bed hospital, home care services and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Ventura County.
Simi Valley is a suburban area nestled between an urban oasis and the stunning shores of the Pacific Ocean.
Bordering Los Angeles allows hiking in the morning and attending film premieres in the evening.
Job Summary: Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments.
Performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Performs essential functions of the Unit Secretary.
Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA) or Paramedic certification: Preferred Phlebotomist Technician license: Preferred Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Department Specific License/Certifications: Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) or TEAM-A: Required Essential Functions: Assists the Registered (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and treatments.
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations.
Maintains state of readiness by maintaining equipment/supplies appropriate to the position.
Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.
Prioritizes patient care and department needs, sets goals, and organizes time to meet daily demands of nursing care.
Observes, documents and reports patient condition and changes in condition to the RN, MD/Provider.
Provides patient and family education within scope of practice.
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations.
Records and collects specimens.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients.
Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable.
Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.
