Emergency Care Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Providence Health & Service Full time
Job Overview

Emergency Care Support Specialist @ Providence Health & Services

Full Time Position (36 Hour Work Week)

Night Shift Schedule

12 Hour Shifts

The Emergency Care Support Specialist plays a crucial role in assisting the Emergency Department (ED) Nursing and Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) teams by executing tasks that facilitate the care and treatment of patients experiencing medical emergencies. This position acts as a vital link among healthcare professionals, patients, and their families. Responsibilities include managing, replenishing, and overseeing inventory and supply levels within the department, as well as supporting various departmental functions.

At Providence, our caregivers are not just valued; they are essential. Join our team and flourish in a culture dedicated to patient-centered, holistic care grounded in empathy, commitment, and mutual respect. Your contributions are significant here, as we believe that to attract and retain exceptional talent, we must empower our team members.
  • Assists in patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), anticipating the needs of the healthcare team and patients.
  • Conducts fundamental patient care tasks, including monitoring vital signs, aiding with personal hygiene, supporting mobility, collecting specimens, and preparing necessary equipment and supplies for medical procedures.
  • Executes approved orthopedic tasks such as applying plaster splints and other orthopedic devices.
  • Administers basic first aid and wound care, including irrigation, preparation, and dressing applications.
  • Observes patients and reports any significant changes in their condition to the appropriate team member.
  • Connects patients to monitoring devices and performs 12-lead ECGs, recognizing and responding to critical arrhythmias.
  • Effectively communicates with all caregivers regarding patient matters and equipment usage.
  • Engages compassionately with patients, families, and visitors, providing support for patient care and wellbeing.
  • Conducts specimen collection and clinical testing, including hemacues, istats, urine dips, and pregnancy tests, as well as blood glucose level checks using a glucometer.
  • Utilizes appropriate downtime forms and electronic medical records (EMR) to document relevant patient information accurately and concisely.
  • Receives and records laboratory and patient data reports, conveying information accurately to RN and LIP.
  • Performs phlebotomy following established protocols.
  • Ensures all required documentation is completed and maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Monitors, orders, and restocks supplies and emergency equipment as necessary.
  • Assists with patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes, including transporting patients using wheelchairs and stretchers.
  • May perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, scanning, and copying to support patient volume as needed.
  • Facilitates patient education related to treatment plans, such as crutch walking instructions.
  • Safely monitors and transports patients to various units unless an RN is required for transport.
  • Participates as a team member in de-escalation techniques, application of restraints, and monitoring of restrained patients.
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification
  • Upon hire: Washington Nursing Assistant Certification License or
  • Upon hire: Washington Nursing Assistant Registered
  • Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Training in orthopedic technology is desirable.
  • Two years of EMT experience and/or two years in an Emergency Department setting.
Why Choose Providence?

Our exceptional benefits are thoughtfully designed to support you and your family in maintaining wellness, advancing your career, and achieving financial stability. We prioritize your wellbeing so you can focus on fulfilling our mission of enhancing the health and wellbeing of every patient we serve.

About Us

At Providence, our strength is rooted in our commitment to "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working within our organization means that regardless of your role, we will support you in your career journey, enabling you to support others. We offer competitive benefits and cultivate an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and every individual is essential, heard, and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers serve in over 50 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics, and a comprehensive range of health and social services across multiple states. As a leading healthcare organization, we are dedicated to serving more individuals, advancing best practices, and continuing our century-long tradition of serving the underserved.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring that every workforce member works in an environment free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, gender, disability, veteran status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We believe that diversity strengthens us, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workforce, learning from one another, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

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