This position is rotating 7:00pm-7:00am and 7:00am-7:00pm. Purpose of Job This position is responsible for performing treatments and technical procedures as required and within the defined scope of practice or validated competency. Job Functions
Gathers all necessary demographic and insurance information in order to register the patient.
Assists nursing staff in direct and non-direct patient care functions.
Obtains and articulates pertinent data in an objective manner.
Communicates pertinent patient information to the RN or LPN to assure continuum of care.
Documents the various aspects of care on appropriate forms according to RMC policies and procedures.
Performs Patient Safety Attendant functions as needed.
Prepares and transports patients for examination.
Assists emergency staff in direct and non-direct patient care functions as delegated.
Performs EKGs and point of care testing.
Applies splints and braces on patients as ordered assuring good CMS after application.
Performs mandatory equipment checks.
Accompanies ambulance transports and assists with airway management as needed.
Assists with transfer/discharge paperwork as well as patient registration.
Demonstrates competencies in the specialty areas of Emergency, Urgent Care, and In-Patient.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
High school graduate or equivalent
Completion of a Nursing Assistant or EMT course OR completion of a Nurse Internship with Ridgeview Medical Center OR an approved equivalent of education and experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
Knowledge of basic computer functions
Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situation and diverse patient populations
Ability to work autonomously and as a team
Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work and multi-task in a high stress and fast paced environment
License/Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
EMT certification
Nursing Assistant Certification
Experience as a Nursing Assistant or EMT
Experience in a hospital setting
Cognitive and Mental Demands Time Awareness - Continuous Writing - Continuous Initiation of Work - Continuous Memory - Continuous Receptiveness to Change - Frequent Reasoning - Continuous Required Sequences in Work - Occasional Problem Solving - Continuous Attentiveness Duration - Continuous Social Interactions - Continuous Mathematical Aptitude - Frequent Conflict Management - Continuous Reading - Continuous Detail Oriented - Continuous Link to Employee Health Physical Demands Compensation Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials. Benefits Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.
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