What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician Emergency Room Rotating PRN CNA ED EXP REQUIRED position at University of Maryland Medical System?
CANDIDATES MUST...
- HAVE HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED
- ONE YEAR PATIENT CARE EXPERIENCE
- HAVE A MD STATE NURSING ASSISTANT CERTIFICATION (CNA)
- HAVE PREVIOUS ED EXPERIENCE OR...
- ICU EMT OR PARAMEDIC EXPERIENCE FOR THIS POSITION
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT HEALTH CARE PROVIDER (BLSHCP) THROUGH THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION OR RED CROSS
JOB SUMMARY :
Under the supervision of an RN assists in the delivery of age specific patient care assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic nursing care. Maintains a safe and clean environment and promotes the efficiency of the nursing team. Is actively involved in the therapeutic milieu and treatment planning. Supports System and Nursing Strategic Plans RelationshipBased Care and Shared Leadership.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB :
1. Receives report on patients and completes patient care assignments within the time frame designated by the RN. Duties include :
a. Observing reporting and recording patient behaviors and interactive dynamics.
b. Obtaining vital signs.
c. Assisting with delivery of physical care and hygiene as needed.
d. Interacting therapeutically with patients.
e. Actively participating in the therapeutic milieu.
2. Is observant of patients condition and communicates observations to the RN or team leader.
3. Orders stocks and maintains equipment and supplies in specific departments.
4. Utilizes cost control measures i.e. : conservative use of supplies and accurate charging systems.
5. Clerical duties as assigned by unit management.
6. Answer telephones intercoms taking and conveying messages appropriately. Placing calls as directed.
7. Performs or prepares procedures; Obtains supplies and equipment.
8. Assists in orienting and precepting staff as directed.
9. Functions cooperatively as a team member. Responds as directed by responsible RN to changing patients / units needs. During a patient or environmental emergency may serve as a runner or transport patients.
10. Offers support and feedback to peers and staff. Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients and families and with colleagues.
11. Accurately and legibly records data collected and notifies RN of any untoward events i.e. behavioral changes violent behavior etc.
12. Makes patient rounds providing for patient comfort safety and satisfaction. Maintains patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.
13. Seeks and supports opportunities for professional growth and development.
14. Serves as coach and mentor for less experienced colleagues.
15. Offers consistent and visible support to team members.
16. Complies with all hospital rules regulations and nursing standards.
17. Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for patients families significant others and other health care members.
18. Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Commitments.
19. Responds to Shore Regional Health emergency codes as appropriate.
20. Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employees knowledge and understanding complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
21. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
22. Ensures accuracy in the medication process including transport storage and security of medications to include IV solutions.
23. Performs related duties as assigned. Certification in Basic Life Support.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE / CERTIFICATION REQUIRED :
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation :
Pay Range : $19.50 Flat Rat
Other Compensation (if applicable) : Shift Differentials are available
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