Nursing Tech - PT/PRN

Under the supervision of nursing staff members, assists in providing nursing patient care, prepares records, and maintains a clean and safe environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide nursing patient care services for the hospital and emergency department. Receive staff report on patients during shift change and review completion of report and throughout assigned shift, noting changes or addition of patient assignments. Perform personal care according to requirements of the patients and document appropriately. Answer call lights in a timely manner. Perform the cleaning and sterilization of equipment, patient rooms, and work areas. Perform procedures and treatments designed to prevent physical deterioration and as assigned and document appropriately. Communicate and treat patients in a professional, honest, fair, and respectful manner at all times. Provide care appropriate for the patients served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Assess and interpret data on the patients' status to identify patients' requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides care needed as stipulated in departmental policy. Total intake and output, chart vital signs, foley catheter care, meal and snacks percentages all within an hour of shift change. Observe patient every hour and report unusual conditions to the charge nurse on duty. Obtain vital signs and document appropriately on each patient every shift and report abnormalities to the charge nurse on duty. Assist the charge nurse in patient care activities. Restock chart forms, care plans, and other required paperwork. Gather and provide information as directed. Ensure inventory at nurses' station and other areas are adequately stocked with supplies necessary for efficient operation. Transport patients to and from department and assigned rooms in a safe manner and notify appropriate personnel. Replace sharp containers and disposable glove boxes when needed. Empty trash receptacles at nurses' station and in patient rooms at end of shift. Obtain signatures from patients or responsible parties for services rendered. Admit, transfer, and discharge emergency room patients and inpatients. Verify insurance coverage. Receive and properly account for cash or credit card payments for services rendered. Admit patients into the computer system for in-patient status when the business office is closed. Register patients into the computer system for outpatient procedures when the Business Office is closed.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS

Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis. Work well with other employees. Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Follow standard precautions when providing direct patient care or handling potentially infectious materials. WHY EHD?

PEOPLE FIRST

Our staff is our most valued asset. Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients. We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

It takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans.

CULTURE & SUPPORT

We believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE

One year experience in a medical setting preferred.

PERSONAL JOB-RELATED SKILLS

Knowledge of patient care services. Effective written and oral communication skills. Familiar with operating computers and the ability to utilize computer systems.

LICENSURE, REGISTRY, CERTIFICATIONS

Current CPR certification required. Medical Assistant certification preferred.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Duties of the position require moderate periods of walking and standing. Pushing, pulling, reaching, and bending when involved in patient care. Lifting up to 52 pounds and occasional heavy lifting in supporting or moving patients that may suddenly become weak or helpless. The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.