JOB SUMMARY

The ED Tech is responsible for assisting in the provision of nursing care to patients in the Emergency Room as delegated by a Registered Nurse. Responsible for performing tasks to support unit functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions

* Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.

1.Gives direct care as delegated by a Registered Nurse:

A.Vital signs* blood pressures-manual, dinamap, Doppler, orthostatic

(1)pulse

(2)oral/rectal/tympanic temperature

(3)respiratory rate

B. Attaches cardiac monitor

C. Respiratory care*

(1)pulse oximetry

(2)obtains peak flow measurements

(3)oxygen administration - nasal cannula, venturi mask, non-rebreather mask

D. Obtains accucheck measurements*

E.Urine collections*

(1)runs UA and UCG tests

(2)inserts foley catheters

F. Wound care*

(1)sterile technique/glove application

(2)wound cleansing

(3)wound dressings - steri-strips, tube gauze, dry gauze, telfa/adaptic, silvadene, ointment application, cold sterile saline burn dressings

G. Stool collection

H. Assists with OB/GYNE care

(1)equipment set up

(2)assists MD w/ exam

(3)specimen collection/prep/transport

I. ENT care*

(1)obtains visual acuity

(2)equipment set up

(3)assists MD in exam/care

(4)morgan lens application/eye irrigation

(5)eye patch application

J. Orthopedic care*

(1)ace application

(2)sling application

(3)soft c-collar application

(4)finger/wrist splint application

(5)knee immobilizer application

(6)posterior mold application

(7)crutch/cane fitting/teaching

(8)toe taping, sling-swathe application

K.Assist in code blue

(1)CPR certified

(2)performs chest compressions during resuscitation

(3)equipment set-up/assists w/ care i.e. suctioning

L. Obtains 12 Lead EKG*

M.Lumbar puncture care

(1)equipment set-up

(2)assists MD

(3)specimen collection/transport

N. Assists patients w/ urinal, bedpan use, emesis

O. Assists in restraint of violent patients

P. Assists patients w/meals

Q. Assists w/ procedures

(1)NG insertion

(2)X-rays

(3)Lab draws

(4)IV starts/ dc's IVs

R. Identifies changes in patient condition and notifies RN/MD

*Credentialed skills

2. Transports patients to and from the Emergency Department. Assists patients in transferring between bed, cart, or wheelchair.

3. Cleans emergency rooms, including furniture, major equipment, and carts in accordance with Emergency Department infection control guidelines after procedures and patient discharge.

4.Assists in the maintenance and care of equipment, instruments, and supplies. Keeps the store room neat and organized.

5. Orders and obtains needed supplies and equipment, i.e. IMEDS, Storeroom and Central Service items.

6. Stock supplies and linens in exam rooms according to designated Emergency Department routine. Empties full dirty linen containers each shift.

7.Participates in maintaining an environment conducive to safety, patient comfort, and privacy.

8. Participates in interdepartmental deliveries and procurement of supplies, equipment, and patient information.

9. Replaces Emergency Department secretary when none is available, and performs secretary duties during the shift as the need arises.

10. Participates as "on-site" disaster team member as indicated.

11. Participates in unit staff meetings, appropriate unit inservices, and educational opportunities. Credentialed in:

Growth and Development

Child Abuse

Domestic Violence/Elder Abuse

12. Prepares patient for morgue and transports.

13. Empties/discards of sharps containers appropriately.

14. Performs related duties. The above list may not be all-inclusive.

PATIENT CARE/AGE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to assist in caring for patients of all ages, from newborn to elderly.Must be certified in adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

*High School graduate or equivalent required.

*One year EMT/Nursing Assistant (or comparable) experience preferred.

*Must have ability to interact effectively with others, ability to observe and communicate accurately.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

*Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross in adult, child, and infant CPR techniques required.

*Current certification as an EMT or Nursing Assistant onIDPH's Healthcare Worker Registryrequired.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS

*Patients

*Visitors

*Relatives

*Physicians

*Other team members

*Other employees

*Outside agencies

ACCESS TO PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION

Computer system access for the Nursing Division is assigned based on criteria as specified in Policy # 08-113-0, and on the minimum necessary as described in this job description. Approval for level of access is given by the system administrator (for Nursing Division this is Nursing Informatics) or the department that has ownership of system/module. See computer system Access Control policy. The Emergency Tech has Access Level F which includes Name, Demographic, & Service Specific Clinical )i.e. clinical information specific to the Emergency Department). Meditech access for this job description is ER.TEC. See Policy 08-113-0, Attachment A.

ENVIRONMENT

*Primarily standing/walking - 95%

*sitting - 5%

*Lifting/carrying/moving objects on a regular basis - patients, medical equipment and supplies, charts, etc.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)