Emergency Room Tech/CNA

Northern Light Mercy Hospital

Department: Emergency Department

Position is located: Mercy Fore River

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week: 12.00

Work Schedule: Variable

Summary:

Responsible for carrying out direct and supportive patient care under the direction of licensed care provider. Assist department by greeting patients and visitors, answering telephones, preparing rooms and transporting specimens.

Responsibilities:

• Greets patients and visitors. At time may perform Quick Registration function.
• The E.D. Tech, under the direction and supervision of the clinical nurse, will assist in the collection of data to facilitate the patient assessment process (may include performing phlebotomy, 12-Lead ECGs, taking vital signs, etc.).
• The E.D. Tech, under the supervision of the clinical nurse, will collaborate to facilitate the development of a plan of care.
• The E.D. Tech, under the direction and supervision of the clinical nurse, will perform procedures directed toward achieving expected outcomes.
• The E.D. Tech, under the direction and supervision of the clinical nurse, will facilitate outcome evaluation by direct communication with the clinical nurse.
• Promotes safety for patient, staff and visitors.
• Assures availability of supplies for patients and units.
• Assists with unit support activities
• Coordinates the safe transport of patients and other items as directed.
• Maintains a safe environment complying with Northern Light Health policies and procedures; reports and directly addresses environmental hazards and violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed.
• May perform other duties upon request.

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

• Required Certified Nursing Assistant

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.
• Alternate shift schedules (day, evening, nights, weekends).