Cardiovas Tech/Assist (EGH)

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Cardiovas Tech/Assist (EGH)

• Elkhart, IN
• Cardiovascular Recovery
• Elkhart General Hospital
• Part-time - Day - Wednesday and Friday - 0500-1500
• Req #: 224860

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Summary

Reports to Manager/Director. Performs diagnostic examinations and therapeutic interventions of the heart and/or blood vessels at the request or direction of a physician. Reviews and records pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data. Performs appropriate clinical procedures according to policies and procedures.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Technical Assistance

• Transports patients to and from CVR as directed by nursing personnel.
• Checks equipment for various components and makes needed replacements.
• Responsible for sheath removal.
• Keeps storage and supply areas orderly.
• Performs and maintains the established cleaning procedures as prescribed by CCL, and CVR.
• Assists with room turnover in CVR.
• Pulls labs from IV tubings and properly labels and sends to Lab.
• Receives in TEE and PM post op patients and does required VS checks and charts appropriately.
• Inputs orders.

Supply Inventory/Unit Maintenance

• Monitors and orders replacement of stock paper supplies and materials according to predetermined levels.
• Assures that needed stock supply items for the unit are located in proper places on unit for easy access to physicians and staff.
• Performs unit cleaning activities as directed.
• Captures charges per unit routine as needed.
• Checks appropriate equipment using safe techniques.
• Decontaminates special instrumentation following policy and procedure.
• Follows correct procedures to assure the pick-up and return of supplies and instruments to CPD.
• Performs chart audits.

Patient Prep/ADL

• Demonstrates the ability to prepare patient for cardiovascular procedure by clipping, marking pulses, and showering patient, while maintaining patient privacy.
• Demonstrates the ability to complete patient hook up to Marquette monitoring system, sat monitor and non-invasive system, as needed.
• Provides safe patient environment based on policy and procedures.
• Delivers patient care as directed by nursing including anchoring Foley, cath checks, collects I and O''s and documents.
• Obtains heights and weights and documents in the Electronic Record.
• Moves and positions patients under the direction of the RN.
• Inserts and removes Foley catheters.
• Removes IVs.

Communication

• Works in collaboration with the entire heart center, to include OHS, CCL, and CCC.
• Responds promptly to patient, family, physician, and staff needs.
• Performs all duties in an independent manner with little or no direct supervision.
• Performs proficiently in basic EKG interpretation and reports changes appropriately.
• Observes and recognizes patient changes and needs and reports to appropriate staff member.
• Gives accurate report of daily assignments to RN.
• Attends 50% of unit meetings and is responsible for 100% of information shared at remainder of meetings.
• Maintains CPR and ACLS.
• Ensures that patient and chart is prepared for procedures.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department
• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon''s six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent. Must maintain current CPR certification. Certification from an approved Nurse Aid Course/Unit Secretary Course. Previous experience with transcribing orders and medical terminology is preferred. Patient care experience in acute or chronic nursing facility preferable, however, on-the-job training may occur.

Knowledge & Skills

• Current knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge: BLS.
• EKG/Cardiology background.
• Be able to identify abnormal EKG patterns.
• Must have reassuring and attentive personality characteristics.
• Must have strong cardiac background.
• Must have complete understanding of cardiac anatomy, pressures, normal and abnormal EKG rhythms.
• Must be able to focus on duties in spite of distractions and pressure.
• Baseline computer skills.
• Must be able to help analyze data and produce data accurately.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to focus on procedure despite distractions in monitor room.
• Must be able to work closely and well with co-workers.
• Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.

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