Emergency Department Patient Care Assistant

BMC Berkeley Medical Center; EE. UU.; Presencial; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

WVUMedicine in Martinsburg, WV, seeks a patient care technician to perform nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under supervision in an Emergency setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vitals, assisting with admissions and discharges, and supporting infection control and safety protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, and experience in ED or related field; ACLS/PALS preferred. Night shifts, weekends, and 36 hours weekly are common expectations.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire is required.
• Two years of college in nursing/biology/related field or two years’ Emergency Department/pre-hospital experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Observe and report patient concerns/changes to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assist RN with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Record vital signs, assist in hygiene and provide patient comfort measures.
• Assist in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment to prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Report equipment repairs promptly according to protocol.
• Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicate nutrition issues to RN.
• Support department operations with administrative tasks.
• Answer patient call bells and relay messages.
• Perform tests such as glucose monitoring and urinalysis and maintain QC logs.
• Discontinue IV catheters as assigned.
• Assist with drainage devices and monitor output.
• Perform EKG testing upon request.
• Transport specimens to Lab as needed.
• Collect blood samples per physician order (phlebotomy credentialed).

Conocimientos

Communication with staff and patients

Adaptability

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support certification within 30 days

Descripción del empleo

WVUMedicine in Martinsburg, WV, seeks a patient care technician to perform nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under supervision in an Emergency setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vitals, assisting with admissions and discharges, and supporting infection control and safety protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days, and experience in ED or related field; ACLS/PALS preferred. Night shifts, weekends, and 36 hours weekly are common expectations.