EMT/PCA/LPN

Salem Regional Medical Center; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursement

Cafeteria discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Shift differential

Job summary

Salem Regional Medical Center in Salem, OH seeks an EMT/PCA/LPN to support the Emergency Department. The role involves providing patient care under RN supervision across all ages, while maintaining records, communicating with staff, and assisting with data collection as part of an organized care plan.

Under RN supervision, the Unit Secretary coordinates clerical tasks, answers calls, transcribes orders, and communicates with patients and visitors.

Qualifications

• HS diploma preferred but not required; ability to speak, read, and basic math skills.
• Must have completed approved STNA training or equivalent; or SRMC PCA training; or Medical Assistant curriculum; or nursing program first semester.
• Must possess current Basic Life Support certification.
• Must hold EMT license with Ohio State Board.
• Experience with Emergency Medical Transport Service is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under RN supervision across age groups.
• Assist with data collection and procedures within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to plan and execute care.
• Perform Unit Secretary tasks: answer calls, transcribe orders, maintain records, greet and inform patients and visitors.

Skills

STNA / CNA background

Basic Life Support

EMT license

Nursing assistant experience

Education

STNA training or Medical Assistant curriculum or LPN training

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SRMC Has an Exciting Opportunity for Qualified Candidates!

Position: Full Time EMT/PCA /LPN

Department: ED

Shift: 0.9 Z/Y - 11a-11p / 3p-3a, 36 hrs per week (12 hr shifts)

PURPOSE

The EMT/PCA, under the direction of the RN, performs various patient care activities for assigned patients that fall within their scope of practice. In caring for a patient population which may include the newborn, toddler, adolescent, adult and the elderly, the EMT/PCA assists with data collection and performance of procedures that address each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs. The EMT/PCA collaborates with other members of the health care team to provide an organized and effective plan of care.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Unit Secretary organizes and coordinates the clerical activities and communication of the Emergency Department by:

• Answering the telephone and patient communication system.
• Receiving and transmitting messages via the computer.
• Transcribing physician orders.
• Maintaining patients’ records.
• Greeting, directing, and giving appropriate factual information to patients, visitors, and personnel from other departments.

Under the supervision of the Unit Director or as directed by the Registered Nurse, performs various patient care activities and related services in caring for the needs and comfort of patients in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures. The patient population to whom care is delivered may include newborns, toddlers, adolescents, adults, and the elderly.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma preferred but not required. Ability to speak, read, and basic math skills required.
• Must have completed an approved curriculum for State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) training, and passed the Nurse Aide competency tests for written/oral and clinical skills; or completed the SRMC Patient Care Assistant training course; or completed a Medical Assistant curriculum; or completed the first semester of the physical assessment course in the Nursing Program. After hire, maintaining PCA competencies will be done through skills lab, observation, and written exams, etc.
• Must have or obtain certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (maintains currency of certification).
• Must possess a current license as an EMT from the Ohio State Board of Emergency Medical, Fire, and Transportation Services
• Can demonstrate knowledge regarding the care of the acutely ill patient via current experience with an Emergency Medical Transport Service

BENEFITS

• Competitive wages
• Medical/prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Accident and critical insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• 403 (b) retirement with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Cafeteria discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Shift differential