Emergency Dept Assistant-Feinberg ED Full-time Nights

Description The Emergency Department Assistant (EDA) functions in an assistive role to the Registered Professional Nurse, in provision of direct and indirect patient care activities in the Emergency Department.

The EDA functions as a member of the ED multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse and ED Physician.

The Emergency Department Assistant reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

Follows established policies, procedures and standards of care in all areas of practice.

Facilitates the coordination patient flow, assists health care team, and independently performs duties.

Plans, organizes, and prioritizes daily activities and multiple tasks.

Demonstrates familiarity with ED specific protocols and equipment.

Gives and receives shift report.

Direct Patient Care Activities:

Provides wound care

Cleanses and irrigates wounds using aseptic technique

Applies simple and complex dressings appropriate to type of wound, including application of ointments (Neosporin, Silvadene) and impregnated dressings (Xeroform, Duoderm).

Applies Steri-strips as directed

Performs suture removal

Assists with splinting and orthopedic devices

Assists with positioning/immobilization of patients to enable casting

Applies splinting/orthopedic devices (soft cervical collar, metal and plastic splints, wrist brace, sling, aircast, elastic bandage, knee and shoulder immobilizers, cast shoe, posterior mold, plaster cast)

Instructs assistive devices and ensures patient competency in crutch walking, cane usage

Performs ECGs

Performs Stat, chest pain, ECGs within 10 minutes

Accurately enters patient data for procedure

Ensures order entry into Powerchart

Retrieves previous ECGs for comparison

Presents ECGs to ED Attending for review and documents activity

Transmits data every two hours

Performs phlebotomy in addition to specimen collection (urine, stool, sputum)

Labels and processes specimens according to established protocols and policies

Performs bedside waived testing procedures and maintains annual competency

Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process

Prepares patient and room for MD or RN assessment, evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (work may require lifting and positioning of patients)

Obtains vital signs and routinely reassess vital signs

Applies cardiac monitor/pulse oximetry

Prepares oxygen, suction equipment, and other respiratory aids

Collects and records intake and output

Administers and assists with direct patient care and patient hygiene activities

Makes rounds of patients and anticipates their needs

Answers patient’s call lights promptly

Applies comfort and safety measures

Transports and/or retrieves patients, specimens, equipment and/or supply as needed, including to front door on discharge.

Documents on medical record all patient care provided, including charge voucher

Removes fixed rings using ring cutter and ensures identity and possession of patient belongings

Performs CPR

Performs morgue care

Indirect Patient Care Activities:

Completes all necessary duties to ensure a clean, safe, attractive work environment

Cleans, organizes, and prepares patient rooms; notifies appropriate personnel for mopping, garbage disposal

Maintains stock of patient care items according to standards, orders accordingly in Powerchart

Cleans and prepares for processing of equipment requiring sterilization

Returns sterilized equipment to proper location and stores excess equipment

Performs daily departmental room checks and bedside waived testing quality measures

Assists with order entry and telephone response

Utilizes and updates online patient and bed tracking systems

Performs tasks and activities as delegated by the RN or MD to facilitate patient care and the efficient operations of the Emergency Department.

Participates in Emergency Preparedness procedures

Qualifications Required:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Previous patient care experience required with demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.

CPR certification from American Heart Association

Physical Demands Requirement :

Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Preferred:

Phlebotomy and ECG skills preferred.

Strong customer service orientation and ability to work in a fast-paced environment desired.

College degree or interest in health care field preferred.

EMT-B certification helpful.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

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