POCT

Pain Clinic

Position Summary

Under assessment and supervision of the Registered Nurse and according to established policies and procedures performs patient care activities to assist healthcare providers in performing various technical and clerical procedures in the Pain Clinic. Job requires the knowledge, skills and abilities to provide age related care from adult population. Must possess interpersonal skills to effectively interact with hospital staff, offices, patients, families and guests. Accountable to the patient and family for care provided, and to the patient care manager/supervisor for the totality of work performance. Meets all standards and requirements of the LMH universal job description.

Responsibilities

* Accurately record vital signs.

* Safely lift, transfer and transport patients.

* Document and report pertinent information regarding patient's condition.

* Maintain adequate supplies on hand, and check outdates.

* Appropriately collect, label and transport blood and other laboratory specimens.

* Appropriately communicates with all team members, patients, and family

* Answers phones and directs calls appropriately

* Assists physicians and nursing staff as directed within scope of practice

* Completes daily, weekly, and monthly QA checks (accucheck)

Requirements

* High school graduate or equivalent.

* Able to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.

* Maintain phlebotomist certification.

* Understand new technology quickly.

* Maintain certification in CPR.

* Work independently.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.