Lead ED Tech - Methodist Emergency

Overview

Under the supervision of the charge nurse and/or physician, administers care for patients of all age groups, with both acute and chronic health problems. The ED Tech Lead provides direct patient care that encompasses the nursing assistant role, unit secretary role, phlebotomy and 12-lead ECG tracings. Serves as a resource to other technician, trains new technicians, and resolves scheduling needs and payroll for ED technicians. Responsible for restraint audits. Will do primary ordering for supplies needed within the ED. Mentoring and assisting peers to perform more efficiently and raise performance.

Qualifications

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education: H.S. Diploma/GED, Work Experience: Tech within the emergency department

Responsibilities

Participation

Precepts and trains new ED technicians

Prepares orientation and training materials and yearly competency education for ED technicians

Serves as a resource of knowledge and shares knowledge as appropriate.

in cost containment

development/maintenance of positive work environment

minimizing overtime

attending required classes and meetings

orders supplies for departmental needs

reviews charts for restraint audits

participating in unit committees

adheres to all policies and procedures

Promoting Patient Safety

Actively participates in the planning and implementation of measures to maintain and improve the quality of patient care.

applies protective devices correctly

anticipates patient request, makes rounds every hour as a minimum

assists RN in planning patient care

maintains a safe unit environment

Promoting Infection Control

washes hands before and after patient contact

handles soiled linen, equipment and instruments per protocol

maintains sterile asepsis

changes and secures dressings

maintains isolation technique

Promoting Personal Safety

utilizes p.p.e. appropriately

keeps hallways clear of furniture/equipment, everything on one side

Provides Daily Inventory Maintenance

Orders department supplies as Lawson requester

maintains support areas (kitchen, nurses station, utility rooms) clean/stocked

restocks equipment in patient rooms

accountable for wheelchairs, thermometers and other pertinent equipment

Provides Care As Directed

completes appropriate work form for maintenance and clinical engineering service, equipment work orders, including removing from service Provides direct patient care that demonstrates our mission and values. Evidenced by:

oxygen therapy including pulse oximetry, oral and nasal airways insertion oral suctioning and placement of 02 per cannula, venturi mask, simple mask and non-rebreather mask

Foley catheter, straight cath insertion/placement, minicath – excludes children and infants

performs and documents selected diagnostic tests – phlebotomy & 12-lead ECG recording

performs lab testing as appropriate

provides and documents fluid management per policy - peripheral IV site care, observe, measure, report IV flow rate, remove peripheral IV catheters

provides care for the patient requiring restraint or seclusion

Performs splint application

Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.

Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.

temperatures - oral, rectal (axillary only under the direction of RN)

Pulse - apical and radial,

Blood pressure,

height and weight,

intake and output,

Pain Ratings Responsible For Knowing And Following The EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment And Active Labor Act) Federal Regulations. Demonstrates a Thorough Understanding And Working Knowledge Of All Equipment Necessary To Perform Job Functions. Performs And Documents Special Procedures Per Policy:

application of heat/cold

decubitus care

pelvic exam setup

I & D setup

surgical skin prep

apply ace/TEDS/binders

apply/remove leads

assist coughing & deep breathing

assist with physical exam

oral suctioning

nasopharyngeal suctioning

trache care (>72 hrs)

maintain and clean suction equipment

application of hypo/hyperthermia unit

care of oxygen equipment.

room set-up for trauma

suture set-up

moderate sedation set-up

patient prep for any procedure

Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.

Promotion Of Patient Wellness

Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment. Performs direct patient care that significantly impacts patient satisfaction evidenced by:

maintain a pleasant environment for patients by keeping rooms visually clean and uncluttered

ready to monitor patient post-procedure

participates in admission, transport and discharge of patients

assist patients with -in-bed mobility; transfers to/from bed, WC, stretcher, or chair; positioning for alignment and comfort

Assist Patients With Nutrition Management

prepares patients for meals by offering washing of hands, mouth care and positioning in chair or bed before meal tray arrives

delivers trays within 5 min of arrival

documents intake per policy

feeds dependent patients as needed

provides fresh water, ice and snacks.

Provides Assistance With Elimination Procedures

offers/removes bedpans and urinals

provides catheter care per policy

removes foley catheters

Applies condom catheters

empty urinary drainage bags using goggles and gloves

collect specimens for ordered tests

insert rectal tube

catheterize female and male patients

provides ostomy care

breakup/remove fecal impaction

communicates any intake and output imbalance exceeding 100 mL to the Lead RN and the patient caregiver. Coaches and mentors staff. Orders department supplies. Responsible for restraint audits.

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Compensation And Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $19.16per hour - $31.04per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.