ED Tech I

kaweahhealth; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-Time Benefit Eligible

Night shift 12 Hour Shift

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA, is seeking a patient care support professional to join the Emergency Department on a night 12-hour shift. You will help nursing and medical staff, perform initial assessments, monitor vitals, and transport patients.

Licensure options include CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Medical Assistant, or starting RN coursework; BLS is required; strong communication and willingness to learn are essential. Pay range is $20.78–$31.17 per hour.

Qualifications

• License/Certification: CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Medical Assistant, or completion of 1st semester of RN program.
• BLS
• Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to work well with the public and to relate well with diverse personalities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self motivated to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the initial and ongoing assessment of the Emergency Department patient. Takes initial and serial vital signs as required. Properly attaches cardiac monitor and records rhythm strip as directed. Applies the SaO2 sensor as directed. Reports pertinent findings or changes in patient condition to licensed personnel.
• Actively involved in delegated duties during emergency situations: Code Blue & Trauma Alert. Applies electrodes and immediately documents rhythm strip. Performs chest compressions.
• Accurately enters vital signs into ED patient management computer system. Documents initial and serial rhythm strips as needed. Documents pertinent information such as Intake and Output.
• Transports patients during the admission and discharge process using the appropriate mode as indicated based on the patient complaint or condition.
• Performs 12 Lead Electrocardiograms as directed by ED physician or designee.
• Is consistently able to correctly identify the basic rhythms and distinguish between life threatening arrhythmias.
• Correctly applies splints to ED patient extremities and has them inspected by licensed personnel prior to patient discharge.
• Following procedure, prepares wounds and lacerations for closure.
• Correctly sets up exam room for pelvic exam. When requested, assists physicians or midlevel providers with exam and specimen collection.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS

Communication

Patient transport

Education

CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Medical Assistant, or RN-first-semester

Job description

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.

It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do - in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible

• Part-Time Benefit Eligible
• Work Shift: Night - 12 Hour Shift (United States of America)
• Department: 7010 Emergency-ED

Provides support to Nursing and Medical staff in the movement of patients and procedural preparations and positioning of patients who are seeking treatment in the Emergency Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• License /Certification
• Required: CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Medical Assistant, or completion of 1st semester of RN program.
• BLS
• Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to work well with the public and to relate well with diverse personalities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self motivated to learn new skills.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the initial and ongoing assessment of the Emergency Department patient. Takes initial and serial vital signs as required. Properly attaches cardiac monitor and records rhythm strip as directed. Applies the SaO2 sensor as directed. Reports pertinent findings or changes in patient condition to licensed personnel.
• Actively involved in delegated duties during emergency situations: Code Blue & Trauma Alert. Applies electrodes and immediately documents rhythm strip. Performs chest compressions.
• Accurately enters vital signs into ED patient management computer system. Documents initial and serial rhythm strips as needed. Documents pertinent information such as Intake and Output.
• Transports patients during the admission and discharge process using the appropriate mode as indicated based on the patient complaint or condition.
• Performs 12 Lead Electrocardiograms as directed by ED physician or designee.
• Is consistently able to correctly identify the basic rhythms and distinguish between life threatening arrhythmias.
• Correctly applies splints to ED patient extremities and has them inspected by licensed personnel prior to patient discharge.
• Following procedure, prepares wounds and lacerations for closure.
• Correctly sets up exam room for pelvic exam. When requested, assists physicians or midlevel providers with exam and specimen collection.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $20.78 -$31.17

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.