Job Information
Arizona Department of Economic Security Transporter in Flagstaff, Arizona
This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6499535
Overview
The Transporter is responsible for providing patient transportation in accordance with the Nursing Plan of Care and Medical/Surgical Standards of Care and Practice. The Transporter may provide basic life support to the ill or injured patient while being transported to and from departments within the hospital. S/he performs other duties as assigned or directed that are within the scope and abilities of the individual\'s training. The Transporter may interact with patients and/or families, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
Responsibilities
\ Patient Care\ * Transports patients to and from clinical, ancillary and support areas via wheelchair, stretcher or beds as requested to include transport of patients on oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, and appropriate drips.
* With assistance, transfers patients to or from beds, wheelchairs or stretchers as needed.
* During discharge, assists patients in and out of vehicles and escorts or transports them to and from hospital lobby and open doors.
* Keeps RN informed of any changes in patient behaviors/status.
* Ensures wheelchair parts in each department/area of need.
* Sanitizes equipment.
* May respond to supply delivery needs or courier duties.
\ Administrative\ * Accurately utilizes the patient flow system to respond to and complete transport jobs.
*Maybe required to perform site observation audits (i.e., hand hygiene audits)
* Ensures accurate and timely completion of transport documentation (ie., Ticket to Ride)
* Communicates patient information/incomplete assignments to ensure continuity of care.
Education\ * Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and research.
* Focuses on personal development areas, engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers.
* Works collaboratively with peers and other health care providers, and participates in ongoing in-service and educational seminars.
\ Compliance/Safety\ * Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.
* Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Practices in a safe and cost effective manner.
* Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility.
* If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.
* Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame.
* Maintains timely and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, EMR entries, and patient responses.