at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Palos Heights, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Location Palos Heights, Illinois
Business Unit Palos Hospital
Job REQID 99765
Job Function Patient Support
Shift Evening Job (2nd)
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
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Benefits
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
$6,000 Student Loan Repayment ($3,000 part-time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
Annual Employee Merit Increase and Incentive Bonus
Paid time off and Holiday pay
Description
The Emergency Room Tech, 12 hoursreflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, 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.
Description
Provides wound care
Assists with splinting and orthopedic devices
Performs ECGs
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
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
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
Promptly answers patient's call lights
Applies comfort and safety measures
Transports and/or retrieves patients, specimens, equipment and/or supply as needed
Documents on medical record all patient care provided
Performs CPR
Performs morgue care
Skills that are not approved for this position regardless if individual certification or licensure present:
o IV initiation
o Medication administration including code drugs
o Intubation
o Tracheal suctioning
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 EPIC
Cleans and prepares for processing of equipment requiring sterilization
This position is part-time, 48 hours per pay period, mid shift, 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. with alternating weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Required:
High School diploma or equivalent
Previous patient care experience
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
CPR Certification from the American Heart Association
Preferred:
Certified Nurse Assistant or EMT-B certification
Phlebotomy and ECG skills
College degree or interest in health care field
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
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.
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 or sexual orientation.
