Allina Health Systems Minneapolis , MN 55415
Posted 2 months ago
Number of Job Openings Available:
1
Date Posted:
July 29, 2024
Department:
31005315 AHMHI HBOT MPLS
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Residual Workers
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Performs personal care, observes/collects patient data, documents, and assures patient safety throughout the procedure. Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy under the supervision of a hyperbaric RN and/or physician.
Key Position Details:
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
Makes observations, collects health status data, reports and documents findings.
Completes measurements including temperature, radial pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weight, intake and output, and check glucose.
Prepares the hyperbaric chamber, equipment, and materials as needed for patients undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Reports immediately to the hyperbaric supervisor or physician regarding any observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
Reports patient needs/questions to the appropriate nurse.
Documents according to documentation guidelines.
Performs personal care/interventions.
Carries out hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment protocols as prescribed by the hyperbaric certified physician.
Observes and records patient's condition and hyperbaric systems during the course of hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
Reports unusual occurrences to the hyperbaric supervisor and physician.
Completes interventions as needed.
Distributes and sets up water, snacks, and assists patients according to diet/intake order for the patient and feeding needs of the patient.
Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort, and population specific needs of the patient. These include: oral hygiene, linen change, bathing, AM/PM and HS care, assistance with bedpan, urinal, commode, catheter, dressing, application of support hose and braces, implements toileting routine as designated in plan of care.
Provides assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning, and ROM according to activity order and needs of the patient.
Implements activities of fall prevention plan as specified in plan of care including frequent observation and supervision in the bathroom.
Collects and saves specimens.
Provides assistance to the nurse for admission, transfer, discharge, and post-mortem care.
Notifies hyperbaric supervisor/physician immediately of changes in patient condition.
Maintains patient and employee safety.
Develops and maintains an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees
Uses proper transfer and lifting equipment and body mechanics.
Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
Maintains operation, maintenance, and safety logs and other required documentation.
Cleans/disinfects hyperbaric chamber, equipment and gurney as needed in between patients.
May function as a Hazardous Waste Handler, including properly identifying, segregating, and disposing of hazardous waste, ensures container integrity, knows emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures.
Ensures medication security and transport.
May transport filled prescriptions to the station where patient is located.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Vocational or Technical Training as an Emergency Medical Technician required or
Associate's or Vocational degree as a Respiratory Therapist preferred
Certified Hyperbaric Technologist
Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently
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