Life support refers to the treatments and techniques performed in an emergency in order to support life after the failure of one or more vital organs. Healthcare providers and emergency medical technicians are generally certified to perform basic and advanced life support procedures; however, basic life support is sometimes provided at the scene of an emergency by family members or bystanders before emergency services arrive. In the case of cardiac injuries, cardiopulmonary resuscitation is initiated by bystanders or family members 25% of the time. Basic life support techniques, such as perfor ...
ming CPR on a victim of cardiac arrest, can double or even triple that patient's chance of survival. Other types of basic life support include relief from choking (which can be done by using the Heimlich maneuver), staunching of bleeding by direct compression and elevation above the heart (and if necessary, pressure on arterial pressure points and the use of a manufactured or improvised tourniquet), first aid, and the use of an automated external defibrillator.
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Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region. CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community. With locations throughout Colorado, Utah, and Kansas, we deliver the same high standard of care to our employees as we do to our patients. Our 20 hospitals, emergency a...
Emergency Department - Night shift. $2000(36hrs)--$2175(40hrs) weekly. As an established Level IV Trauma Center, Cottage Hospital's Emergency Department is prepared to provide trauma care to patients of all ages 24 hours a day. A Level IV trauma designation is awarded to hospitals in remote areas that demonstrate the ability to provide advanced trauma life support to patients prior to transfer. 13 week contract. Woodsville, NH. Night Shift 7p-7a....
This facility is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. . Details & requirements for this opportunity. Schedule: Full Time 8 hour shifts. Job Setting: Hospital. Types of Cases: Most surgical service lines are supported by CRNAs: neurology, orthopedics, high risk obstetrics, urology, general surgery from day case to high level, among other great variety. Credentialing T...
This facility is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity. Schedule: Ongoing. 8s or 10s. Possible overtime and weekends. Setting: Hospital. Cases Types: All cases. No Pediatrics or Cardiac. Credentialing Timeframe: 90 days. Care Team Model - 4:1. Active Georgia license and Board Certification.
Solution One Industries, Inc. has earned the reputation for being one of the most respected government contractors in the country and abroad. Founded in Killeen in 2003, Solution One Industries, Inc. is consistently recognized for our service to our government clients and the local community. Among the many reasons for our continued success is our team of bright, dedicated professionals. . The work environment at Solution One Industries places a...
Solution One Industries, Inc. has earned the reputation for being one of the most respected government contractors in the country and abroad. Founded in Killeen in 2003, Solution One Industries, Inc. is consistently recognized for our service to our government clients and the local community. Among the many reasons for our continued success is our team of bright, dedicated professionals. . The work environment at Solution One Industries places a...
Solution One Industries, Inc. has earned the reputation for being one of the most respected government contractors in the country and abroad. Founded in Killeen in 2003, Solution One Industries, Inc. is consistently recognized for our service to our government clients and the local community. Among the many reasons for our continued success is our team of bright, dedicated professionals. . The work environment at Solution One Industries places a...
Position Title. Perfusionist. Heart Center. Position Summary / Career Interest. The Perfusionist, under the general supervision of the physicians and the Chief Perfusionist, provide life support to critically ill patients. Participate in the support of the clinical perfusion service by assisting with the design, stocking and purchasing of equipment and disposables utilized during extracorporeal circulation. Responsibilities and Essential Job Func...
Location: Rochester, Warren, Detroit, MI. Assignment Details. Start Date. ASAP. Contract Duration. 13/14 weeks. Shifts. Nights. Schedule. Shift. 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (12-hour shifts). Hours per Week. 36. On Call. Not required. Holidays. Must be available for at least one holiday. Unit Details. 2:1 patient-to-nurse ratio. Residents are present on the unit. Required Qualifications. Experience. Minimum of 2 years in ICU specialty (experience with vents...
Position Title Perfusionist Heart Center Position Summary / Career Interest: The Perfusionist, under the general supervision of the physicians and the Chief Perfusionist, provide life support to critically ill patients. Participate in the support of the clinical perfusion service by assisting with the design, stocking and purchasing of equipment and disposables utilized during extracorporeal circulation. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functio...
Job Description. This position is responsible for utilizing assessment options to identify and evaluate patient therapeutic, fitness, health behaviors, and/or sports performance exercise needs. This may include electrodiagnostic testing. The incumbent works with patients and clients to develop treatment programs to assist in rehabilitation, health, fitness, and/or sports performance goals. This position is responsible for utilizing assessment opt...
Minimum 1 years nursing experience required. Job Title. OR RN. Location. Grand Island, Nebraska. Employment Type. Contract. Years of Experience. Minimum 2 years of experience required. Required Certifications. ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support). BLS (Basic Life Support). Shift Notes. Days plus call. Craniotomy/neurosurgery experience required. For further information or to apply, please contact via text or call at. for faster responses. ...
