Job Description

Emergency Department Patient Care Support

Provides patient care support services in the Emergency Department under the supervision of an RN. Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills, knowledge of basic medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

Observes, reports and responds to patient's physical, psychosocial spiritual, education, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis.

Performs direct patient care activities according to the plan of care and as directed by RN: Placement of the patient on the monitor Obtaining and documenting of VS, I&O Insertion of foley catheters Patient transport Phlebotomy EKGs Wound care Joint immobilization/splinting/casting. Other care as needed

Shares responsibility for organizing supplies, tracking, stocking and storing equipment and keeping the department clean and organized. Stocking/maintenance duties include: Linens rooms, carts, blankets in warmer Bedside equipment Suture trays and equipment. Monitor supplies at bedside. Refill O2 tanks under carts IV trays and carts

Assists nursing team in admission, transfer and discharge of patients.

Cleans room upon patient discharge, prepares room for next patient.

Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum requirements are High School Diploma or equivalent GED; One year of experience in as a nursing assistant; or in lieu of experience Current CNA certificate, or LNA licence from the Arizona State Board of Nursing; or Completed block one/first year of nursing school; or Current EMT-B certification; or Completion of formal PCA/T/ED Tech education program from an accredited institution.

Preferred experience is six months in a hospital or emergency room setting as a Unit Secretary, EMT or CNA and preferred certifications/registration is Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Emergency Medical Tech (EMT), CPR.

Must have Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license or meet minimum experience requirements; CPR.

About Us

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Abrazo West Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

Abrazo West Campus is recognized for providing exceptional, comprehensive care to patients in West Valley communities. The 200-bed acute care hospital offers advanced services, including the da Vinci Xi surgical platform, Level I Trauma Center, Loop-X system, orthopedics, obstetrics and cardiovascular care.

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