Critical Care Tech

Job Summary The Critical Care Tech attends nursing station and performs clerical duties, requisition supplies, equipment and services as directed. This position assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned areas to patients of all ages per assigned unit scope. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (Required) Vocational / Technical Degree in Medical Related Field (Preferred) Work Experience 1 - 2 years Direct patient care experience in hospital setting ; (Required) 0 - 1 year Unit Secretary skills ; (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Required Certifications/Licensures: Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or EMT Essential Functions

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE:

Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role. Understands equipment operation. Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems. Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology

CARE PROCESSES:

Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care. Bases care decisions on plan of care. Monitors and documents patient response. Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs. Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions. Respects patients confidentiality and privacy. Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families. Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

DOCUMENTATION:

Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion. Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc. Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users. Conforms to required style and format. Uses correct terminology. CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN PATIENT CARE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists nurse with providing direct care to Critical Care patients. Comply with established scope of practice. Adhere to department, unit, & hospital policies Perform clerical support functions to include computer/manual diagnostic order entry, complete and log consult physician pages, perform inpatient bed request/assignment and communication, monitor and direct response to unit based nurse call communication system Direct patient care responsibilities include but are not limited to: Application of patient monitoring systems, point of care testing/maintenance, obtain 12 lead ECG tracings, specimen collection, labeling and transport, urinary catheter maintenance, oxygen therapy application and removal, perform, phlebotomy, wound care/dressings, proactive patient procedure/intervention to include patient preparation, equipment set up and assistance/support to Physician/Nurse Report & update RN & document patient information in the medical record Receive assignment & assist in care of patients as directed. Complete required rounding & assessments on assigned patients Maintain patient rights & confidentiality of patient information Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives & maintain good employee interdepartmental & public relations Maintain clean, orderly, safe environment for patients & personnel Follow established routines & utilize supplies & equipment in a cost-effective manner Work directly with RN/charge nurse in managing patient throughput Check & record patient's vital signs, communicate with RN Additional Duties Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.