Advocate Health Care
Experienced ED Tech - FT.9 6p-6a
Advocate Health Care, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States, 60516
Base Pay Range
$21.45/hr - $32.20/hr Major Responsibilities
Perform patient care as directed by nursing or medical staff. EMT-Ps licensed by IDPH may complete the housewide competency to start IVs, saline locks, and administer IV fluids. Assist both nursing and physicians to perform various invasive procedures such as advanced airway, central line insertion, etc. All ED Techs: bedside monitor application and lead placement (cardiac monitor, NIBP, pulse ox), 12‑lead EKGs, phlebotomy, orthopedic post molds and splints, crutch training, monitoring and discontinuation of urinary catheters, assist patient with ADLs and toileting. All interventions should be documented by the ED Tech completing the task in the electronic medical record. Assist with application of hard and soft restraints as well as monitor behavioral health patients according to policy. Immediately report concerns regarding patient status to nursing and medical staff. Perform direct patient care as directed by nursing and medical staff based on skills as listed below within job description. Ensure supplies and equipment are available for patient care throughout the shift including all patient care areas and clean/dirty utility rooms. Ensure all ED equipment is present, clean and maintained. Continually assess levels of medical supplies and equipment at intervals throughout the shift. Communicate needed supply order to UIC for electronic entry by UIC. Ensure adequate linen levels in all patient care areas. Perform gross cleaning of used sterile instruments using universal precautions in accordance with Infection Control policy. Transport instruments and trays to Sterile Processing for cleaning. Clean flexible scope and fiberoptic laryngoscope blades according to policy. Continually monitor equipment function and report malfunctions properly. Arrange for equipment repair when appropriate. Ensure cleanliness and organization for equipment and supplies throughout all patient care areas and utility rooms in compliance with Infection Control policy. Assist nursing and medical staff to maintain high customer service performance in ED. Complete patient rounds on an hourly basis managing patient expectations using AIDET and key words at key times. Report concerns to nursing staff for service recovery when necessary. Makes rounds on patients in ED waiting room per department guidelines. Deliver high quality patient care in accordance with ED quality initiatives such as Cardiac Alerts, Stroke Alerts, blood culture contamination, handwashing, trauma. Maintain annual competencies in compliance with applicable policy and procedure. Maintain competency in all ED Tech assignment patient care areas such as EKG, Triage, and other areas. Perform point-of-care testing according to applicable policy and procedure. Collaborate with peers to ensure adequate coverage in the ED throughout shift and during meals and breaks. Maintain basic knowledge of clerical functions such as telephone and basic order entry to assist coverage of UIC when necessary. Regularly communicate with ED Charge Nurse and fellow ED Techs to meet patient care needs throughout the ED. Transport patients, supplies and equipment interdepartmentally when necessary. Transports patients interdepartmentally utilizing wheelchairs and carts when appropriate. Transport blood products, medications, x-rays, and medical supplies to facilitate patient care. Education & Experience Required
2‑3 years of hospital patient care or pre‑hospital patient care experience, or completion of 1 year of nursing school clinical rotations, or Certified Nursing Assistant. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Ability to use keyboard and see computer screen. Ability to move/lift patients and push carts. Current CPR certification. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Completion of age‑specific competency. Very heavy lifting with assistance as described. Exposure to unpleasant odors, blood‑borne and airborne pathogens. Must be able to transport wheelchair and cart all patient populations including bariatrics. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for heavier lifts use patient handling equipment and another associate when available. Additional Information
High level of stress due to unpredictable patient volumes and critical services. Job description indicates general nature of duties; not comprehensive list; may require other related duties. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Other Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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$21.45/hr - $32.20/hr Major Responsibilities
Perform patient care as directed by nursing or medical staff. EMT-Ps licensed by IDPH may complete the housewide competency to start IVs, saline locks, and administer IV fluids. Assist both nursing and physicians to perform various invasive procedures such as advanced airway, central line insertion, etc. All ED Techs: bedside monitor application and lead placement (cardiac monitor, NIBP, pulse ox), 12‑lead EKGs, phlebotomy, orthopedic post molds and splints, crutch training, monitoring and discontinuation of urinary catheters, assist patient with ADLs and toileting. All interventions should be documented by the ED Tech completing the task in the electronic medical record. Assist with application of hard and soft restraints as well as monitor behavioral health patients according to policy. Immediately report concerns regarding patient status to nursing and medical staff. Perform direct patient care as directed by nursing and medical staff based on skills as listed below within job description. Ensure supplies and equipment are available for patient care throughout the shift including all patient care areas and clean/dirty utility rooms. Ensure all ED equipment is present, clean and maintained. Continually assess levels of medical supplies and equipment at intervals throughout the shift. Communicate needed supply order to UIC for electronic entry by UIC. Ensure adequate linen levels in all patient care areas. Perform gross cleaning of used sterile instruments using universal precautions in accordance with Infection Control policy. Transport instruments and trays to Sterile Processing for cleaning. Clean flexible scope and fiberoptic laryngoscope blades according to policy. Continually monitor equipment function and report malfunctions properly. Arrange for equipment repair when appropriate. Ensure cleanliness and organization for equipment and supplies throughout all patient care areas and utility rooms in compliance with Infection Control policy. Assist nursing and medical staff to maintain high customer service performance in ED. Complete patient rounds on an hourly basis managing patient expectations using AIDET and key words at key times. Report concerns to nursing staff for service recovery when necessary. Makes rounds on patients in ED waiting room per department guidelines. Deliver high quality patient care in accordance with ED quality initiatives such as Cardiac Alerts, Stroke Alerts, blood culture contamination, handwashing, trauma. Maintain annual competencies in compliance with applicable policy and procedure. Maintain competency in all ED Tech assignment patient care areas such as EKG, Triage, and other areas. Perform point-of-care testing according to applicable policy and procedure. Collaborate with peers to ensure adequate coverage in the ED throughout shift and during meals and breaks. Maintain basic knowledge of clerical functions such as telephone and basic order entry to assist coverage of UIC when necessary. Regularly communicate with ED Charge Nurse and fellow ED Techs to meet patient care needs throughout the ED. Transport patients, supplies and equipment interdepartmentally when necessary. Transports patients interdepartmentally utilizing wheelchairs and carts when appropriate. Transport blood products, medications, x-rays, and medical supplies to facilitate patient care. Education & Experience Required
2‑3 years of hospital patient care or pre‑hospital patient care experience, or completion of 1 year of nursing school clinical rotations, or Certified Nursing Assistant. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Ability to use keyboard and see computer screen. Ability to move/lift patients and push carts. Current CPR certification. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Completion of age‑specific competency. Very heavy lifting with assistance as described. Exposure to unpleasant odors, blood‑borne and airborne pathogens. Must be able to transport wheelchair and cart all patient populations including bariatrics. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for heavier lifts use patient handling equipment and another associate when available. Additional Information
High level of stress due to unpredictable patient volumes and critical services. Job description indicates general nature of duties; not comprehensive list; may require other related duties. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Other Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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