Patient Escort, Part-time, Patient Transportation, West Chester Hospital.
UC Health is hiring a Part-time Patient Transport for the day/night shift at our West Chester Hospital.
About West Chester Hospital
West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region's largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation.
West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute. West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati.
Unit Details:
Experience flexible scheduling.
Enjoy staffing Ratios of one PCA to 8-12 patients.
Experience a supportive team of co-workers.
Job Responsibilities
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. Maintains proper safety measures: call light within reach; side rails up per policy; apply and reapply restraints as delegated per RN.
Obtains needed supplies and equipment for units. Facilitates the maintenance of a clean, safe, and organized environment. Maintains cleanliness of transportation equipment, e.g. wheelchairs, stretchers and other areas as directed.
Enters appropriate information in patient flow systems. Ensures oral and written directives are effectively and efficiently completed. Interacts with internal and external customers in a respectful and courteous manner.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
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.Qualifications for Patient Transport:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Current driver's license.
1-2 years of driving experience preferred.
Hours: Part-time
Shift: Varies
Join our team as a Patient Escort in our Patient Transport department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
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About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.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
Customer Service:
Enters appropriate information in patient flow systems
Ensures oral and written directives are effectively and efficiently completed Interacts with internal and external customers in a respectful and courteous manner
Presents self in a professional manner Utilizes proper channels of communication
Maintains patient confidentiality
Assists nursing staff with patient needs by answering patient call lights, communicates appropriately to RN regarding patient needs; responds to patient needs regarding comfort measures (e.g. ice water, blanket, etc.)
Operations/Environment:
Obtains needed supplies and equipment for units
Facilitates the maintenance of a clean, safe, and organized environment
Uses supplies, materials, and equipment economically
Maintains cleanliness of transportation equipment, e.g. wheelchairs, stretchers and other areas as directed
Stores and puts away extra supplies
Performs courier duties as needed
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
Customer Service:
Enters appropriate information in patient flow systems
Ensures oral and written directives are effectively and efficiently completed Interacts with internal and external customers in a respectful and courteous manner
Presents self in a professional manner Utilizes proper channels of communication
Maintains patient confidentiality
Assists nursing staff with patient needs by answering patient call lights, communicates appropriately to RN regarding patient needs; responds to patient needs regarding comfort measures (e.g. ice water, blanket, etc.)
Operations/Environment:
Obtains needed supplies and equipment for units
Facilitates the maintenance of a clean, safe, and organized environment
Uses supplies, materials, and equipment economically
Maintains cleanliness of transportation equipment, e.g. wheelchairs, stretchers and other areas as directed
