Orderly, Full Time, 40 Hours, Evenings

Orderly

HVCC Unit

Springfield, MA

Full time, 40 hours

Eves; 3p-11:30pm

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, is looking for a full time Orderly to join our team in Springfield, MA. This position will focus on both managing equipment for the unit and ambulation of patients.

Summary:

Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse transports patients to tests and procedures, responds to code blue calls within the area of responsibility to assist as directed, responsible for maintaining equipment and contributes to the overall orderliness and cleanliness of the unit and/or hospital. Ambulates patients. May perform the constant companion role. This description covers the essential functions of the position.

Department Summary:

The Heart and Vascular Critical Care Unit provides a full array of services for the critically ill cardiac patient to include care of the post or evolving MI, immediate and post cardiac surgery care, immediate cardiac interventional care, therapeutic hypothermia for post cardiac arrests, titratable vasoactive infusions, hemodynamic monitoring requiring the use of specialized critical care equipment, and mechanical ventilation support.

The majority of patients have a diagnosis of STEMI, cardiac arrest, CHF, and post cardiac surgery with CABG, valve replacement, and TAVR's. The team is trained to support several advanced cardiovascular and critical care modalities including Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP), Impella CP, 5.0 and RP, LVAD implants with Heartmate 3, Extra-corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT).

Job Responsibilities:

On a daily basis, accounts for all unit equipment which is to be in working clean condition to include Dyna Maps, Pulse Oximeters, TABS monitors, Mobile Computer Carts, Bladder Scanner and C-90 tablets. Handles routine changing/replacement of equipment parts within scope of responsibility. Checks inspection sticker each time equipment is cleaned and return to Clinical Engineering if inspection is due. Removes and red tags equipment requiring repair. Remove and clean equipment after patient use. Maintains order in storage areas.

Makes morning rounds with all unit RN's to assess the need for stretchers, wheel chairs, MRI tables and other assistive devices for patient transport needs. Makes hourly rounds to ensure that the unit environment is orderly.

Communicates with unit staff to assess for patients that need out of bed assistance for ambulation around the unit. Obtain chairs as appropriate for out of bed activity.

Assists with unit transportation needs to include on/off stretchers for patients arriving/leaving unit. Assists with morgue transport.

Relieves intermittent observers and constant companions as requested by the charge nurse.

Assembles orthopedic equipment as required.

Complete daily standing weights on patients. Reports weight to PCT or RN to put in CIS.

Provides for patient comfort and safety – Assists patients with ambulation and positioning under direction of RN.

Participates in unit/team projects as requested and communicates effectively with team and patients. Clearly communicates information related to patient to RN.

Observes all health and safety requirements including body substances precautions.

Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patient based on department and unit specific needs.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

CPR- American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (BLS)

Required Work Experience:

Demonstrated competency in basic English literacy and mathematics

Preferred Work Experience:

Prior customer service experience preferred

Prior hospital experience and patient contact preferred

Skills and Competencies:

Must have demonstrated competency in simple mathematics, reading, writing, following instructions and checking of patient records and forms

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

The Advantages of Working with Baystate!

• Excellent Compensation

• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

• Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

• Continuing education support and reimbursement

• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

• Farm Share Memberships

• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service

• Free money coach advice from a certified professional

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

• Life insurance

• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

Our Compensation Philosophy

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Education:

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support – American Heart Association

Compensation:

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum

$16.34 – $18.78 – $21.46

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.