Patient Escort (Orderly), Full Time, First Shift

Job description

The Patient Transporter assists nursing staff with various patient care duties to maintain patient safety and promote the smooth flow of patients through the units. Provides areas within the division with adequate supplies and clean equipment. Transportation services may be patient and non-patient requests. Transportation services includes request within the hospital, campus and runs to Linder Center of Hope as required. Must have a valid driver's license for WCH van utilization. Patient Transportation: - Transports patients to and from the nursing units or other departments, using two patient identifiers, proper body mechanics and universal precautions. - Communicates with patient's RN regarding patient needs, e.g. removal and application of oxygen - Effectively communicates patient observations and concerns timely and appropriately to Charge nurse of appropriate area - Recognizes concerns or situations requiring immediate attention and communicates accurate information to appropriate healthcare team member - Orientation of patients and visitors to room and unit Safety measures: call light within reach; side rails up per policy; apply and reapply restraints as delegated per RN Ope...