Description

Major Responsibilities :

1. Demonstrates professional accountability by maintaining skill competency related to :

• Performing and documenting tests and procedures : EKGs, point of care testing, application of splints and braces,
• Gathering and documenting relevant information during patient phone interactions whereby providers decide care,
• Practicing sterile technique, body substance isolation and infection control precautions when required,
• Assists the Provider and / or RN / LPN with tests and procedures,

2. Effectively utilizes interpersonal, oral and written skills when communicating with internal and external customers.

3. Complies with Gundersen Health System Safety and Emergency policies and procedures for self and patients taking into consideration their age specific / developmental needs.

4. Participates in quality improvement activities in order to continuously improve patient care, health outcomes and department operations.

Participates in staff meetings.

5. Assists with rooming patients as directed by RN

6. Assists with transport of patient throughout organization to other departments as needed.

7. Performs other job-related responsibilities as required.

Education and Learning :

REQUIRED

High School Diploma or equivalency

Work Experience : REQUIRED

REQUIRED

1 year of experience in a healthcare setting.

License and Certifications :

REQUIRED

Wisconsin Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs;

American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Age Specific Population Served :

Infant (less than 1 year)

Pediatric (1 - 12 years)

Adolescent (13 - 17 years)

Adult (18 - 64 years)

Geriatric (65 years & older)

OSHA Category :

Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and / or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions :

Exposed to infectious diseases.

Physical Requirements / Demands Of The Position :

Walking / Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

Squatting Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)

Reaching - Shoulder Level Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)

Last updated : 2024-05-03