Registers patients in the Emergency Department and Registration area, enters charges and completes hospital-required paperwork. Assists in Medical-Surgical and SDS/Operating Room area as needed and training completed.
III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides competent patient care to the above-indicated patient populations by obtaining and utilizing clinical/critical thinking skills in appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments within the ER Tech scope of practice.
Registers patient that present to the ER for services and all admission to the hospital following registration policies and procedures. This includes collecting Time of Service Payment, when possible.
Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to co-workers and to multidisciplinary caregivers.
Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team in the provision of patient care to achieve desired patient care outcomes
Enters charges according to billing policies and procedures (EKG, CRNA charges, etc)
Enters Bed Board data Documents patient information in the electronic/paper medical record in an accurate, timely manner.
IV. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Serves on a house wide/unit specific process improvement committee or team. Participates on nursing and/or hospital committees Serves as a preceptor for new staff Cleaning /stocking of supplies and equipment Assist ER, OR and Med-Surg Staff as needed Performs EKG’s Cleans and wraps instruments in preparation for sterilizing. Runs autoclaves on regular and flash cycle when necessary.
V. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
1. High school graduate or GED required
2. Successful completion of a Nurse Aide Course Required.
– Certification preferred
3. State of Iowa nurses aide registry listing as “Active” or eligible preferred
Experience:
1. Previous experience as nurse’s aid in a hospital setting preferred
2. Minimum of one year post high school business education or one year experience in an
office setting preferred
Special Skills, Competencies, and Aptitudes
1. Experience with computer software and willingness to learn new software (Excel, Microsoft, Healthland, Powerchart, etc.)
2. Detail oriented, requires numerical, clerical, and organizational skills and the ability to
perform mathematical calculations and complete patient records.
3. Ability to work flexible hours
Completes the following mandatory courses:
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider-American Heart Association or Professional Rescuer-American Red Cross) prior to employment or within 30 days of hire and maintains current status.
Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.