Emergency Department Care Tech — Vital Signs & Patient Support

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals; Stati Uniti; In loco; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

WVU Medicine is seeking a compassionate healthcare support professional for Emergency Services. The role involves assisting nurses with admissions, discharges, and patient care, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a safe, clean environment in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BLS certification within 30 days, and either related education or ED experience. The position is 0.6 FTE with 3p-3a shifts at WVUH Nursing Emergency Services in Morgantown, WV.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• 1 year post-high-school education in nursing, biology, physical therapy, sports medicine or related field, OR current enrollment in a relevant program, OR 6 months ED/pre-hospital care experience.

Mansioni

• Observe and report patient concerns/changes to a registered nurse.
• Assist RN with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Record vital signs; assist with personal hygiene and patient comfort; monitor intake/output.
• Assist in specimen collection and activities for assigned patients.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Report equipment repairs promptly per procedures.
• Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicate nutrition issues to RN and explain diet changes.
• Assist in department administrative tasks to support operations.
• Answer patient call bell and relay messages to the appropriate staff.
• Perform tests such as glucose monitoring and urine/stool testing; maintain QC logs.
• Discontinue IV catheters as directed.
• Care for drainage devices while monitoring output.
• Perform EKG testing upon request.
• Transport specimens to Lab as needed.
• Collect blood samples when phlebotomy credentialed.

Conoscenze

Communication

Adaptability

Formazione

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support certification

Descrizione del lavoro

WVU Medicine is seeking a compassionate healthcare support professional for Emergency Services. The role involves assisting nurses with admissions, discharges, and patient care, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a safe, clean environment in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BLS certification within 30 days, and either related education or ED experience. The position is 0.6 FTE with 3p-3a shifts at WVUH Nursing Emergency Services in Morgantown, WV.