Nursing Aide - Transport
Conifer Health Solutions, Palm Springs, CA, United States
Palm Springs, CA, United States (On-site)
Job Description
Shift: Days, 7:00am to 7:30pm and every other weekend required.
Job type: Full Time
Hours: 12
GENERAL DUTIES:
The Transporter reports to the Transport Supervisor or designee for daily clinical supervision and receives assignments from Transport Supervisor or designee. The Transporter provides safe, efficient, and timely transfers and discharges of patients from nursing units, and ensures equipment is located in the appropriate areas. The Transporter will remain immediately available via the SpectraLink phone system, or communication device that has been implemented and maintains a high level of customer service as detailed in the customer service plan. Access to demographic information and limited patient health information related to job function.
Responsibilities
Acknowledges and communicates any malfunction of equipment to the Supervisor
All Transport personnel will adhere to hospital guidelines of grooming and general appearance
All Transport personnel will wear the required uniform and clean athletic shoes
Cleans and prepares gurneys, wheelchairs, oxygen tanks or other medical equipment after patient transfers/discharge (or as needed) in a timely manner
Communicate with patients / family members, staff, physicians and other departments where patients are being transported. Any lengthy delays are reported back to the department and Supervisor
Ensures completion/adherence of ticket to ride
Follows directions and performs all tasks within scope of practice
Understands and is capable of logging patient transport appropriately
Communicates, identifies and transports any malfunctioning or unsafe equipment to the appropriate area for repair
Knows location, proper use and safety check procedures of equipment and follows protocol when problems are discovered
Maintains an exemplary attendance record
Orientation of new employees, students and volunteers in transport duties
Transport personnel will interact with each patient, guest and staff member utilizing current hospital service method
Transporters will ensure modesty of patients by covering them with a blanket or sheet during transport
Transports patients in a safe, courteous and efficient manner
Understands and utilizes appropriate equipment in the transport of patients
When not transporting patients, remains productive with stocking and cleaning duties
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Director
Delivers labeled specimens to appropriate laboratory/tube station to expedite results
Utilizes supplemental Oxygen for transport in a safe manner as directed by the Registered Nurse and hospital policy
Qualifications
Required:
High School Diploma or GED
American Heart Association - Basic Life Support Certification (always maintain current)
Excellent communication skills – phone etiquette, written and verbal
Demonstrated ability to present self in positive and professional manner
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Info
Job Identification 2603007554
Degree Level High School Diploma/GED (±11 years)
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations Desert Regional Medical Center (On-site)
Assignment Category Full Time
Pay Range $24.00 - $24.00 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience
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Job Description
Shift: Days, 7:00am to 7:30pm and every other weekend required.
Job type: Full Time
Hours: 12
GENERAL DUTIES:
The Transporter reports to the Transport Supervisor or designee for daily clinical supervision and receives assignments from Transport Supervisor or designee. The Transporter provides safe, efficient, and timely transfers and discharges of patients from nursing units, and ensures equipment is located in the appropriate areas. The Transporter will remain immediately available via the SpectraLink phone system, or communication device that has been implemented and maintains a high level of customer service as detailed in the customer service plan. Access to demographic information and limited patient health information related to job function.
Responsibilities
Acknowledges and communicates any malfunction of equipment to the Supervisor
All Transport personnel will adhere to hospital guidelines of grooming and general appearance
All Transport personnel will wear the required uniform and clean athletic shoes
Cleans and prepares gurneys, wheelchairs, oxygen tanks or other medical equipment after patient transfers/discharge (or as needed) in a timely manner
Communicate with patients / family members, staff, physicians and other departments where patients are being transported. Any lengthy delays are reported back to the department and Supervisor
Ensures completion/adherence of ticket to ride
Follows directions and performs all tasks within scope of practice
Understands and is capable of logging patient transport appropriately
Communicates, identifies and transports any malfunctioning or unsafe equipment to the appropriate area for repair
Knows location, proper use and safety check procedures of equipment and follows protocol when problems are discovered
Maintains an exemplary attendance record
Orientation of new employees, students and volunteers in transport duties
Transport personnel will interact with each patient, guest and staff member utilizing current hospital service method
Transporters will ensure modesty of patients by covering them with a blanket or sheet during transport
Transports patients in a safe, courteous and efficient manner
Understands and utilizes appropriate equipment in the transport of patients
When not transporting patients, remains productive with stocking and cleaning duties
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Director
Delivers labeled specimens to appropriate laboratory/tube station to expedite results
Utilizes supplemental Oxygen for transport in a safe manner as directed by the Registered Nurse and hospital policy
Qualifications
Required:
High School Diploma or GED
American Heart Association - Basic Life Support Certification (always maintain current)
Excellent communication skills – phone etiquette, written and verbal
Demonstrated ability to present self in positive and professional manner
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Info
Job Identification 2603007554
Degree Level High School Diploma/GED (±11 years)
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations Desert Regional Medical Center (On-site)
Assignment Category Full Time
Pay Range $24.00 - $24.00 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience
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