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Yale New Haven Health · 2 days ago

ED Tech

Guilford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Yale New Haven Health is committed to patient-centered care and values integrity, respect, and compassion among its employees. The ED Tech role involves supporting patient care under the supervision of the Patient Services Manager and Clinical Nurse, engaging in direct and indirect patient care activities, and ensuring service excellence through effective communication and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, engages in selected tasks and activities as directed to obtain and report information to assist the nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs, treatment and response to treatment

Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN

Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, performs technical duties and selected treatments, procedures and activities which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care

Obtains a 12-lead ECG and continuous Lead II with correct patient information entered

Effectively assists in the care of patients with consideration for the safety of key populations as appropriate

Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team offering suggestions on addressing patient/family needs, taking into account cultural and/or individual diversity and demonstrates sensitivity to these aspects of care delivery

Effectively and professionally communicates and interacts with patients, families, and staff

Covers the Information Associate (IA) desk in the absence of the IA under the direction of the PSM or designee

Maintains clinical competency in areas of responsibility and participates in unit activities that promote a cohesive staff group

Attends all mandatory continuing education classes

Qualification

CNA certificationPatient care experienceCPR certificationMedical AssistantPrioritization skillsEffective communicationTeamwork

Required

A minimum of a high school diploma or GED; and CNA or other educational equivalent, i.e. Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Student Nurse who has completed one semester of clinical experience

Either (A) Two (2) years relevant direct patient care experience as dictated by placement. or (B) Education as stated above

All candidates must successfully complete the Patient Care Associate Competency Based Training and/or the unit based Emergency Department Technical Competency Based Training and Practicum

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patient, families, peers, and supervisor

Must display the ability to prioritize and adjust work plans based on the needs of the patient, the unit, and the patient care team

Must display the ability to accept direction and work as a member of a unified team

CPR Required

Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds

Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required by placement

Consistent use of proper body mechanics

Preferred

Additional experience preferred will be specified depending on placement

Company

Yale New Haven Health

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Yale New Haven Health is making it easier for people to access the latest medical treatments, advanced research and innovations through our five outstanding hospitals – Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly – and our affiliation with the prestigious Yale University and its highly-ranked Yale School of Medicine.

Founded in 1996

New Haven, Connecticut, USA

10001+ employees