Emergency Care Technician-Observation Unit-FT-Days-MRH

memorialhealthcare; West Hollywood (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is seeking an Emergency Care Technician to work under the supervision of an RN. The role performs basic patient care, monitors patients, and supports mobility and daily living activities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA, EMT, or LPN license in Florida and has BLS certification. No degree is required, with competency in EKG, phlebotomy, vital signs, and patient transport essential to daily duties.

Qualifications

• No degree required.
• BLS through American Heart Association (BLS AHA ECARD).
• BLS RQI ECARD is required.
• BLS certification (AHA/BLS) is required.
• BLS certification Grace period may apply.
• Red Cross BLS RC certification ok.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license (FL).
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license (FL).
• CNA license (FL).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, and glucose measurements.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating).
• Assists with transporting patients as needed.
• Monitors patient status and reports changes to nursing staff.
• Performs any additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG testing

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Documentation

Mobility assistance

Education

CNA license

EMT license

LPN license

Job description

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

Under the supervision of an RN, the Emergency Care Technician performs basic patient care activities and continual one-on-one patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean and orderly.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Assist with transporting patients, as needed.
• Monitors patient status and response; Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• ORGANIZATION SKILLS (4)
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT
• PROBLEM SOLVING
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

• No Degree or any other education earned (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
• Certified Nursing Assistant License (CNA LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (PN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience: No prior experience required

Other Information: Additional Education Info:Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Associate (PCA), or completion of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) programEKG and phlebotomy competency is required within six (6) months of hire.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 20%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 40%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 60%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 20%
• Dust = 40%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 20%
• Hazardous Medication = 20%
• Latex = 20%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 20%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 0%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 20%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift

Days

Disclaimer

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