Lifepoint Hospitals Danville , VA 24541
Posted 2 weeks ago
SOVAH Health
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. SOVAH Health
Where We Are:
From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We are home to a thriving art and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities.
Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Professional development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training
And much more…
Position Summary:
Sovah Danville is seeking a PRN Emergency Department Technician to provide direct patient care, technical support, and input in planning care through communication with the RN and other patient care team members.
Under the supervision of the RN or LPN designee, carries out Tech duties appropriate to the assigned area.
Documents patient care given.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to the care team, physician, patient, and family.
Provides complete and accurate detailed records of patient concerns or medical records and refers needs/concerns for resolution to appropriate resources.
Assists triage nurse with patient care duties, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Inventories and ensures that adequate supplies, functioning equipment, and departmental cleanliness are maintained.
Cleans and disinfects rooms, equipment, countertops, stretchers, and all patient contact items before and after patient use.
Receives, screens, and routes telephone calls and messages appropriately.
Manages clerical functions necessary for the department and as assigned by the charge nurse.
Minimum Education:
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Required Skills:
Requires flexibility in scheduling with the ability to work all shift patterns including weekends and holidays to ensure continuity of care and nursing coverage to the patients of Sovah Health Danville on all units.
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Required Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required.
Current certification from Virginia or North Carolina as an EMT (or military equivalent, i.e.: Military Occupational Specialty-Medical Specialist MOS91B or 91W)
or active, unrestricted Certified Nurses' Aide (CNA) certification by the Virginia Board of Nursing required
Applicants hired based on MOS equivalent must have completed state-approved/recognized OEMS requirements for EMT or Virginia Board of Nursing Certification for CNA within 12 months of hire date.
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Minimum Work Experience:
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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