Transport-Courier Nursing Administration PD Variable

Overview

JOB SUMMARY:

The transporter is responsible for bringing patients to and from the nursing unit to the unit or from the nursing unit to the ancillary department where procedure will be performed. The transporter is responsible for picking  up requisitions, requests, Doctor's orders from patient care units and deliver to the designated ancillary (non-nursing) departments. The transporter will pick up non-stat medications from pharmacy, test results from file sorter located in clinical laboratory and distribute to the designated nursing units' contact person. The transporter will make hourly runs to the areas listed on the runner schedule. All the transporters and runners reporting to nursing administration will be cross trained for both duties.  

Responsibilities

Identifies and reports behavioral and physical changes to appropriate person 

Assists in determining readiness of patient prior to leaving nursing unit. (For example: patient not soiled).

Obtains additional assistance for transportation of patient when indicated. (For example: more than 2 IV's to CT Scan by gurney).

Organizes work in order to complete assigned tasks.

Prioritizes work in order to meet patient needs and minimize delays in procedures.

Takes initiative to find additional work on slow days (For example: work on cluster units, checks to see if patients are being tuned on units, clean equipment and assist with IOP).

The transporter shall implement a plan of care based on the health care team assessment of the patient.

Cover patient appropriately to ensure patient comfit and privacy.

Transports patient to designated locations according to GMC policy. (For example: rainy days provide safety and comfort).

Observe isolation techniques and universal precautions per policy. 

Transports patients at a comfortable and safe speed.

Identifies patient prior to transport.

Proper attachment of apparatus by checking arm board and chart prior to transportation. (For example: IV, Foley bag).

Proper safety measures applied, (For example: strap patient to gurney side rails up), before transporting by gurney or wheelchair.

Assists nurses with delegated responsibilities as time permits, (For example: discharge patient from room to car).

Completes responsibilities delegated by AND or shift supervisors in a timely manner.

Evaluates and confirms that every task was performed and completed.

Transporter shall assure open and timely communication with patients, significant others, and team members.

Gives accurate, objective, and important information/report to oncoming shift for the continuing care.

Maintains open and effective communication with other hospital staff members.

Communicates compassionately and effectively by being a good listener, keep the patient/family informed and meeting/exceeding their expectations.

Provides emotional support to family and/or significant other.

Utilizes established hospital system to report and document unusual occurrences.

Communicates hazardous conditions to managements’ attention.

Follows Hand-off communication: Inform Supervisor when off-unit; follow break schedule: inform Supervisor when unable to be on time for break.

Participates in teaching and/or orientating of new personnel.

Participates in continuing education in areas that are directly related to the assigned area as evidenced by written documentation.  

Operates equipment and performs job related duties in a safe manner.

Demonstrates accountability by attending staff meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.

Demonstrates respect for the individuality, privacy, dignity and needs of the patient at all times.  Treats all internal and external customers with dignity and respect.

Identifies self to patients and significant others as responsible for patient care and colleagues.

Encourages and utilizes professional communication.

Maintains confidentiality & safe guards all of hospital medical records and patient information in accordance with hospital department policies and HIPAA regulations.

Observes the hospital & department procedures in precautions of handling/use of hazardous substances.

Complies with proper techniques to prevent staff injury self/others.

Considers each patient’s unique developmental needs, health concerns, culture and religious values in all aspects of care and communication.

Verbalizes and demonstrates the importance of involving the patient and family in care and education in ways that are appropriate for the patient's age and level of understanding.

Considers the physical and psychological changes and needs that occur in the human body during various stages of life from birth to the end of life as it applies to planning care patient safety.

Identifies age specific differences in physiological parameters during assessment, data collection, care and procedures.

Identifies and responds to age specific, developmental & cultural differences in pain experience, assessment and management according to scope of practice.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

High school diploma or equivalent required.

A minimum of six (6) months acute hospital experience preferred.A current BLS (AHA) certification required or must be completed by the end of orientation.Must have good english communication skills