Job Description
Northern Light A.R. Gould Department: Emergency Department Position is located: Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital-Presque Isle, ME Work Type: PRN Hours Per Week: As Needed Work Schedule: Variable Summary: Responsible for carrying out direct and supportive patient care under the direction of licensed care provider. Assist department by greeting patients and visitors, answering telephones, preparing rooms and transporting specimens. Responsibilities: Greets patients and visitors. At times may perform Quick Registration function. The E.D. Tech, under the direction and supervision of the clinical nurse, will assist in the collection of data to facilitate the patient assessment process (may include performing phlebotomy, 12-Lead ECGs, taking vital signs, etc.). The E.D. Tech, under the supervision of the clinical nurse, will collaborate to facilitate the development of a plan of care. The E.D. Tech, under the direction and supervision of the clinical nurse, will perform procedures directed toward achieving expected outcomes. The E.D. Tech, under the direction and supervision of the clinical nurse, will facilitate outcome evaluation by direct communication with the clinical nurse. Promotes safety for patient, staff and visitors. Assures availability of supplies for patients and units. Assists with unit support activities. Coordinates the safe transport of patients and other items as directed. Maintains a safe environment complying with Northern Light Health policies and procedures; reports and directly addresses environmental hazards and violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed. May perform other duties upon request. Competencies and Skills: Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences. Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task. Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness and relationship management. Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Exercises Sound Judgment&Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information. Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable. Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help. Promotes Health and Safety: Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors. Provides Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrates understanding of patient care quality and service as organizational priority. Resolves Conflict: Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree. Credentials: Required: Certified Nursing Assistant Education: Required: High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Working Conditions: Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds. Alternate shift schedules (day, evening, nights, weekends). J-18808-Ljbffr