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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 and BLS certification, with a mandatory certification as a CNA, EMT, NEMT, or Paramedic. An associate degree and phlebotomy licensure are preferred.
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Job description
Centrally located within the heart of California, Adventist Health Tulare has been serving the Central Valley since 2018.
We are comprised of a 108-bed acute care hospital, emergency department and provide primary and specialty care services to best serve our community.
Tulare is situated in a delightful and geographically diverse region.
There are a variety of opportunities for all-season outdoor recreation such as camping, hiking, water and snow skiing, fishing and boating.
It is also within an hour's travel time to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
In addition to the beautiful landscape, it also offers a great cost of living and close-knit communities.
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
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or
National
Emergency
Medical
Tech (NEMT) or
Paramedic (PM): 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.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.
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.
