The Transporter is responsible for providing direct basic patient care and transportation for patients ranging from simple to complex under the guidance of a Registered Nurse
Job Summary
The Transporter is responsible for providing direct basic patient care and transportation for patients ranging from simple to complex under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
Personnel must possess good critical thinking skills to react to unforeseen patient care needs such as episodes, medication reactions, or falls while in transit.
The role includes serving as a fill-in dispatcher to manage resources effectively while ensuring the privacy of patient records and stability of laboratory specimens.
Matching Summary
The Transporter is responsible for providing direct basic patient care and transportation for patients ranging from simple to complex under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct patient care during transport
Critical thinking for unforeseen needs
Safe patient handling and mobility assessment
Transporting medical equipment and specimens
Dispatch resource management skills
Nice-to-have
Positive interaction with multi-disciplinary teams
Effective time management abilities
Experience with hospital dispatch databases
Key Requirements
High school diploma or GED equivalent
AHA Heartsaver CPR AED certification within 3 months
Evidence of experience working with patients and nurses