Emergency department volunteer job description
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Example emergency department volunteer requirements on a job description
Emergency department volunteer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in emergency department volunteer job postings.
Sample emergency department volunteer requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Current CPR certification
- Flexible availability
- Ability to pass criminal background check
- Completion of volunteer orientation
Sample required emergency department volunteer soft skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Possess strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and quickly
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Emergency department volunteer job description example 1
Wellstar Health System emergency department volunteer job description
Shift:
Various- PRN
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Responsibilities
The RN Clinical Nurse - Emergency Department is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies.
It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses -Emergency Services are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.
Qualifications
Required Minimum Education:
Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred; National certification in area of specialty preferred
Required Minimum Licensure/Certification:
Current/active license as a registered nurse in the State of Georgia; Must have a current ACLS and BLS card from the American Heart Association on the first day of employment in position.
Required Minimum Experience:
Experience with direct patient care preferred.
Required Minimum Skills:
Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills; Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required; Ability to function in a fast paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner; Possess excellent time
management skills; practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.
Various- PRN
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Responsibilities
The RN Clinical Nurse - Emergency Department is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies.
It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses -Emergency Services are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.
Qualifications
Required Minimum Education:
Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred; National certification in area of specialty preferred
Required Minimum Licensure/Certification:
Current/active license as a registered nurse in the State of Georgia; Must have a current ACLS and BLS card from the American Heart Association on the first day of employment in position.
Required Minimum Experience:
Experience with direct patient care preferred.
Required Minimum Skills:
Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills; Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required; Ability to function in a fast paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner; Possess excellent time
management skills; practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.
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Emergency department volunteer job description example 2
North Shore High School emergency department volunteer job description
* Position: Patient Support Associate, Emergency Medicine
* Location: Evanston, IL
* Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
* Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week
What you will need:
* Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Certification: N/A
* Experience: One year of related experience is required; previous administrative experience working in a medical office is preferred; Insurance knowledge preferred
* Skills: Minimum typing speed of 20 words per minute required
What you will do:
* Answer phones
* Schedule appointments
* Collect co-payments
* Complete patient registration
* Provide other administrative support to the physician practice
* Check in and check out patients
* Verify insurances
NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is an integrated healthcare delivery system consistently ranked as a Top 15 Teaching Hospital in the U.S. The NorthShore system, headquartered in Evanston, Ill., includes six award-winning hospitals - Evanston, Glenbrook, Highland Park, Northwest Community Skokie, and Swedish. NorthShore comprises three exemplary physician networks, totaling more than 4,250 doctors across immediate, primary, specialty and complex care; and 170 office locations and 35 immediate care centers. NorthShore has an established reputation with more than 17,000 team members system-wide.
NorthShore is committed to excellence in its academic mission and supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
NorthShore was the first health system in Illinois to receive Magnet designation-the highest, most prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing and high standards in patient care. The system earned Magnet re-designation in 2019. When you work for NorthShore, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
At NorthShore University HealthSystem, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our mission to support our team members and patients - irrespective of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status. We believe that by recognizing and embracing our differences we create an organization that welcomes all to contribute and grow.
We invite all candidates to our team, as we continue to build on the incredible value our diverse talent brings to our organization, our community and our patients.
Please explore our website (www.northshore.org) to better understand how NorthShore delivers on its mission "to preserve and improve human life" through superior clinical care, academic excellence and innovative research.
NorthShore is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
* Location: Evanston, IL
* Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
* Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week
What you will need:
* Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Certification: N/A
* Experience: One year of related experience is required; previous administrative experience working in a medical office is preferred; Insurance knowledge preferred
* Skills: Minimum typing speed of 20 words per minute required
What you will do:
* Answer phones
* Schedule appointments
* Collect co-payments
* Complete patient registration
* Provide other administrative support to the physician practice
* Check in and check out patients
* Verify insurances
NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is an integrated healthcare delivery system consistently ranked as a Top 15 Teaching Hospital in the U.S. The NorthShore system, headquartered in Evanston, Ill., includes six award-winning hospitals - Evanston, Glenbrook, Highland Park, Northwest Community Skokie, and Swedish. NorthShore comprises three exemplary physician networks, totaling more than 4,250 doctors across immediate, primary, specialty and complex care; and 170 office locations and 35 immediate care centers. NorthShore has an established reputation with more than 17,000 team members system-wide.
NorthShore is committed to excellence in its academic mission and supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
NorthShore was the first health system in Illinois to receive Magnet designation-the highest, most prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing and high standards in patient care. The system earned Magnet re-designation in 2019. When you work for NorthShore, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
At NorthShore University HealthSystem, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our mission to support our team members and patients - irrespective of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status. We believe that by recognizing and embracing our differences we create an organization that welcomes all to contribute and grow.
We invite all candidates to our team, as we continue to build on the incredible value our diverse talent brings to our organization, our community and our patients.
Please explore our website (www.northshore.org) to better understand how NorthShore delivers on its mission "to preserve and improve human life" through superior clinical care, academic excellence and innovative research.
NorthShore is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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Emergency department volunteer job description example 3
CovenantHealth emergency department volunteer job description
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our dedicated Behavioral Health Emergency Department team providing psychiatric services onsite in Lewiston, ME.
Experience:
+ Graduation from a state certified advance practice program specializing in a psychiatry/mental health.
+ An unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant.
+ An unrestricted DEA registration.
+ A state-issued Controlled Substance Registration (CSR).
+ Registration with the state Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).
+ Child capable certification
+ 2 years providing direct patient care for psychiatric disorders is preferred.
+ PMHNP certification required
Position highlights:
+ 3 day a week schedule with rotating weekend coverage(every 5th week)
+ Flexible 12 hour schedule(7a-7p, 8a-8p or 9a-9p)
+ Will serve as Admission officer for inpatient units. Will work with on call Psychiatrist and on shift ED Physician.
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is a 233-bed Acute Care Hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services to meet the growing and changing needs of Central Maine. Our professional, qualified staff along with state of the art equipment allows us to deliver the healthcare services with the highest quality of patient care possible.
St. Mary's Health System offers an environment where professional growth and development are assigned the highest priority. We offer a generous wage and benefits package to encourage members of our team to advance to levels of expertise while concurrently supporting our clearly defined mission, vision and values. We have an impressive history of community involvement and are proud of our commitment to achieving the highest quality of individualized care
The Lewiston/Auburn community offers a thriving job market, world-class healthcare, endless outdoor adventures, exceptional arts, and all the entertainment and cultural amenities that accompany a large metropolitan area - but with less stress and congestion and an abundance of authenticity and friendliness. Golf, skiing, swimming, fishing, bird sanctuaries, working farms, apple and berry picking, hiking, lakes, rivers, kayak tours, cycling, state parks and beautiful beaches.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
Experience:
+ Graduation from a state certified advance practice program specializing in a psychiatry/mental health.
+ An unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant.
+ An unrestricted DEA registration.
+ A state-issued Controlled Substance Registration (CSR).
+ Registration with the state Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).
+ Child capable certification
+ 2 years providing direct patient care for psychiatric disorders is preferred.
+ PMHNP certification required
Position highlights:
+ 3 day a week schedule with rotating weekend coverage(every 5th week)
+ Flexible 12 hour schedule(7a-7p, 8a-8p or 9a-9p)
+ Will serve as Admission officer for inpatient units. Will work with on call Psychiatrist and on shift ED Physician.
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is a 233-bed Acute Care Hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services to meet the growing and changing needs of Central Maine. Our professional, qualified staff along with state of the art equipment allows us to deliver the healthcare services with the highest quality of patient care possible.
St. Mary's Health System offers an environment where professional growth and development are assigned the highest priority. We offer a generous wage and benefits package to encourage members of our team to advance to levels of expertise while concurrently supporting our clearly defined mission, vision and values. We have an impressive history of community involvement and are proud of our commitment to achieving the highest quality of individualized care
The Lewiston/Auburn community offers a thriving job market, world-class healthcare, endless outdoor adventures, exceptional arts, and all the entertainment and cultural amenities that accompany a large metropolitan area - but with less stress and congestion and an abundance of authenticity and friendliness. Golf, skiing, swimming, fishing, bird sanctuaries, working farms, apple and berry picking, hiking, lakes, rivers, kayak tours, cycling, state parks and beautiful beaches.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024