Emergency Care Tech (ECT) - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Warren
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe ED Tech provides direct patient care under the guidance of an RN or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.Essential Job FunctionsProvides basic patient care and tasks to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, assists with mobility, performs lab draws, ECGs, basic wound care, and other unit-based specialty duties under the direction of an RN.Arrive the patient in EPIC. Verify patient information. Place the wristband on the patient.Completes patient rounding as assigned.Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's families, community providers, visitors, and employees.Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.Participates in handoff report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.Promotes quality and safety by seeking to continually improve the processes and systems to enhance patient care delivery.Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem solve, and be able to resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationBLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from the approved source prior to direct patient care)Current certification per state requirements for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Medical Assisting (preferred), STNA (required) or be in nursing schoolEducationHigh School Diploma or GED (required)Work ExperiencePrevious experience working as a Patient Care Tech, within a nursing support role or previous healthcare experience or second-year nursing student from a Registered Nurse (RN) program (preferred)TrainingNoneLanguageNonePatient PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.Neonates (0-4 weeks)Infant (1-12 months)Pediatrics (1-12 years)Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.General office environment.May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*May be required to use physical restraints.May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.May have periods of constant interruptions.Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.Prolonged periods of working alone.* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.HazardsDepth perceptionUse of Latex productsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposureSkillsComputer LiteracyMonitor patient conditions during treatmentInform medical professional regarding patient conditions and careRecord patients medical historySterile Field stepCPRStraight Urine CatheterizationEar IrrigationPatient positioningPatient transportCustomer servicePatient carePhlebotomyPerform EKGSplintingWound careObtaining vital signs, including manual blood pressureAttention to detailProblem solvingWorking independentlyWorking under pressureCritical thinkingCommunicationTeamworkConflict resolutionActive listeningRelationship buildingEmpathySHIFT/SCHEDULEFull Time - Scheduled for 32 Weekly Hours.Shift Time - This position works All shifts.This position will have scheduled shifts every other weekend.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.comby Jobble

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