<p>Summary:</p> <p>Reports to the Clinical Manager</p> <p>and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff</p> <p>assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families</p> <p>from arrival to departure. Performs a</p> <p>variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the Health</p> <p>Care Team.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <p>Responsible</p> <p>for the delivery of safe patient care:</p> <p>Assignment</p> <p>limited to the urgent psychiatric and observation Pods within the Emergency</p> <p>Department.</p> <p>Collaborates</p> <p>with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.</p> <p>Communicates</p> <p>all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.</p> <p>Administers</p> <p>direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).</p> <p>Observes</p> <p>IV rate of flow and extremities for signs of infiltration and/or phlebitis.</p> <p>Performs</p> <p>selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.</p> <p>Assists</p> <p>with admissions transfers and discharges of patients.</p> <p>Collects</p> <p>tests records and reports selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.</p> <p>Assists</p> <p>with oxygen therapy as directed by the Registered Nurse. Changes E cylinders attaches regulators and</p> <p>adjusts breathing apparatus. Monitors</p> <p>rate of flow. Reports findings to</p> <p>Registered Nurse.</p> <p>Sets up</p> <p>cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring runs 12 lead</p> <p>electrocardiogram (EKG). Reports</p> <p>findings to Registered Nurse.</p> <p>Utilizes</p> <p>side rails restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.</p> <p>Records</p> <p>selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.</p> <p>Maintains</p> <p>patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.</p> <p>Serves</p> <p>as an active patient/family advocate.</p> <p>Supports</p> <p>and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.</p> <p>Performs</p> <p>other duties within scope of care as assigned.</p> <p>Responsible for emergency and</p> <p>safety conduct:</p> <p>Identifies</p> <p>cardiopulmonary arrest and initiates CPR.</p> <p>Demonstrates</p> <p>adherence to universal precautions safety programs and other infection control</p> <p>measures.</p> <p>Reviews</p> <p>fire disaster and infection control in manual.</p> <p>Demonstrates</p> <p>ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.</p> <p>Reports</p> <p>unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.</p> <p>Lifts</p> <p>correctly to avoid harm to self. Utilizes</p> <p>assistive devices when available.</p> <p>Maintains</p> <p>an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.</p> <p>Exercises</p> <p>proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the</p> <p>appropriate person.</p> <p>Utilizes</p> <p>side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of</p> <p>Rhode Island Hospital.</p> <p>Adheres</p> <p>to fall precaution protocol.</p> <p>Adheres</p> <p>to constant observation protocols as assigned.</p> <p>Responsible for completion of</p> <p>clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:</p> <p>Exhibits</p> <p>appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.</p> <p>Organizes</p> <p>prioritizes workload based on patient unit/clinic needs.</p> <p>Copies</p> <p>charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to</p> <p>hospital guidelines. Files reports in charts accurately and maintains medical</p> <p>record. Faxes chart documents for</p> <p>admitted patients to appropriate unit.</p> <p>Answers</p> <p>phones and intercom using phone and intercom etiquette and notifies</p> <p>appropriate staff.</p> <p>Utilizes</p> <p>hospital computer systems accurately to execute orders retrieve data and</p> <p>generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.</p> <p>Accurately</p> <p>uses all existing computer systems (Invision LifeLinks MedHost Bed Board</p> <p>MAK MAR Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to</p> <p>carry out job duties.</p> <p>Arranges</p> <p>for necessary equipment delivery as needed.</p> <p>Follows</p> <p>up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents booking in the computer under</p> <p>"Date/Time Scheduled Tests" including any required preparations and holds trays</p> <p>or makes NPO accordingly.</p> <p>Orders</p> <p>stationary and office supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks the A-Z</p> <p>file.</p> <p>Faxes</p> <p>completed "Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information" form to other</p> <p>health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient's</p> <p>record. Faxes other forms as needed.</p> <p>Takes</p> <p>responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and</p> <p>accessing the Net Learning website. Meets and maintains competencies measured</p> <p>by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.</p> <p>Reports</p> <p>unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.</p> <p>Promotes</p> <p>safety on the unit.</p> <p>Adheres</p> <p>to established RIH/Unit standards policies and procedures (absenteeism</p> <p>tardiness badging mandatory education fire safety infection control and</p> <p>credentialing HIPAA and confidentiality guidelines).</p> <p>Pages</p> <p>physicians and others via the hospital page system computer alpha paging and</p> <p>the hospital emergency operator to page codes.</p> <p>Coordinate</p> <p>Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when</p> <p>indicated. Files copies in medical record. Prints copies from "Life Links" if</p> <p>necessary.</p> <p>Obtains</p> <p>copies of medical records as indicated.</p> <p>Performs</p> <p>all aspects of the Secretary/Aide role accurately including but not restricted</p> <p>to patient types codes discharge disposition codes observation and inpatient</p> <p>status patient services charges calls consults when indicated updates</p> <p>dietary rounds reports.</p> <p>Understands</p> <p>and is able to perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.</p> <p>Other information:</p> <p>BASIC KNOWLEDGE:</p> <p>High school graduate or its</p> <p>equivalent preferred.</p> <p>Entry level credentialing of</p> <p>secretarial and nursing assistant skills.</p> <p>Current Rhode Island registration</p> <p>as a Certified Nursing Assistant.</p> <p>Certified in Basic Cardiac Life</p> <p>Support (BLS).</p> <p>Demonstrated knowledge and skills</p> <p>necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health with</p> <p>consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural</p> <p>patterns in each step of the care process.</p> <p>EXPERIENCE:</p> <p>Effective interpersonal</p> <p>communications skills.</p> <p>Able to multi-task in order to</p> <p>perform a variety of complex duties.</p> <p>Basic computer skills required.</p> <p>Basic knowledge of medical</p> <p>terminology preferred.</p> <p>Read write legibly and speak</p> <p>English.</p> <p>Basic knowledge of the hospital's</p> <p>patient care delivery orientation program.</p> <p>WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL</p> <p>CONDITIONS:</p> <p>Exposed to patient care</p> <p>environment with frequent standing walking and sitting.</p> <p>INDEPENDENT</p> <p>ACTION:</p> <p>Performs independently within</p> <p>department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of</p> <p>department policies and procedures may be required.</p> <p>SUPERVISORY</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>None.</p> <p>Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.</p> <p>Location: Rhode Island Hospital USA:RI:Providence</p> <p>Work Type: Full Time</p> <p>Shift: Shift 3</p> <p>Union: IBT</p>