Patient Care Associate II,ED

Company: The Valley Hospital
Facility: The Valley Hospital at Ridgewood
Department: Emergency Department

Job Summary: Provides technical support to physicians and nurses. Assists professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care to include performing EKGs, finger stick glucose, phlebotomy, wound care, obtaining and recording vital signs, and performing materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures. Applies a variety of orthopedic splints, applies post suture and superficial abrasion dressings, and assists patients with correct crutch fitting. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Maintains current CPR card/certification. Experience: Previous experience in performing phlebotomy/EKG and basic emergency care, operating emergency room equipment, operating a computer utilizing a variety of software applications strongly preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and general emergency practices and procedures. Special Skills: Qualifications may vary depending on assigned area. Must be able to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods, handle frequent interruptions, and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers. Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests. Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) and assist in meeting the patient care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. OSHA: Bloodborne Pathogen Category I Employees in this job description are expected to have contact with bloodborne pathogens and as such they are required to be oriented and annually trained under the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administrations Bloodborne Pathogen Standard (CFR 1910.1030) Supervision Exercised: None Supervision Received: Direct and functional supervision from the RN, Clinical Shift Supervisor, Nurse Manager, Department Director, and/or designee. Working Conditions: Hospital and patient care environment. Requires standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting of patients and equipment. Exposure to communicable diseases, strains, cuts, slips, odors, blood products, feces, and other bodily
fluids. 12 Hours Evening High School/GED