This role is non-benefited with 24 hours per pay period.
Evening shift: 7:00pm-3:00am
Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for providing individualized care to patients in an emergency setting according to established standards, policies and procedures.
Job Functions
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Prepares and transports patients for examination.
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Assists emergency staff in direct and non-direct patient care functions as delegated.
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Performs EKGs and point of care testing.
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Applies splints and braces on patients as ordered assuring good CMS after application.
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Performs mandatory equipment checks.
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Documents the various aspects of care on appropriate forms according to RMC policies and procedures.
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Accompanies ambulance transports and assists with airway management as needed.
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Demonstrates competencies in the specialty area of Emergency.
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Assists with patient-related activities under the supervision of the RN.
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Prepares equipment and aids providers during examination, testing, and treatments of patients.
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Maintains stocked supplies of equipment in emergency department.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
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High school graduate or equivalent
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Completion of a Nursing Assistant or EMT course OR completion of a Nurse Internship with Ridgeview Medical Center OR an approved combination of education and experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
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Strong communication and listening skills
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Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
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Knowledge of basic computer functions
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Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
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Ability to work autonomously and as a team
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Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
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Ability to work and multi-task in a high stress and fast paced environment
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Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
License/Certifications
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Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification
Preferred Qualifications
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EMT Certification
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Nursing Assistant Certification
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Experience as a Nursing Assistant or EMT
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Experience in a hospital setting
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