Sentences with phrase «emergency physicians need»

«Given the aging of the population, emergency physicians need to be prepared to balance their obligations to the patient by documenting findings, reporting suspicions and referring patients to appropriate agencies,» said Marguerite DeLiema, Ph.D, of the Stanford University Center on Longevity in Stanford, Calif., the lead study author of «The Forensic Lens: Bringing Elder Neglect into Focus in the Emergency Department.»

Not exact matches

One New York startup, Nomad Health, pairs doctors with hospitals in need of physicians in three specialties — internal medicine, emergency medicine, and psychiatry.

If you were rushed to the emergency room and in need of critical medical attention you would not inquire about the religious background of the attending physicians (though you might inquire about their medical credentials).

«Overwhelmingly positive and consistent feedback from our patients has confirmed we are meeting that need for immediate care without having to go to a hospital emergency room, which can be traumatic in and of itself ««regardless of the severity of the injury,» says STAT MED's Dr. Allan Drabinsky, another of STAT MED's experienced emergency medicine physicians.

You will need to agree on the administration of over-the-counter medications, and depending on the duration of the temporary guardianship, you might need to notify your child's school and physician about emergency contact information.

The study notes that there are several reasons patients did not receive additional physician follow - up including: patients believing they didn't need additional care and the lack of a coordinated referral system from the emergency department to physicians who can provide follow - up care.

The emergency room din mounted as a note from the patient's family physician appeared under my nose: «Status post neck sprain x 2 days, complaining of neck pain, bilateral arm numbness, weakness, dyspnea, need to rule out acute cervical disk herniation.»

«This means that in some cases, emergency department physicians may not have the medications they need to help people who are in serious need of them.»

Administering heart resuscitation drugs to patients whose cardiac arrest is witnessed at the time of the attack can improve survival, but needs to be done through an IV line rather than directly into bone marrow as is more commonly done by paramedics, a new study involving UT Southwestern Medical Center emergency physicians and Dallas - Fort Worth Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agenciesemergency physicians and Dallas - Fort Worth Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agenciesEmergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies reveals.

The only time a physician comes close to doing what a teacher does is when the doctor faces an emergency room of multiple patients with multiple conditions, all of whom need immediate attention.

These jurisdictions have reached a series of bilateral, reciprocal billing agreements so their residents can access hospital and physician services if they need emergency care wherever they are traveling in Canada.

According to the American Express website: «Global Assist can provide emergency translation services, prescription replacement assistance, referrals to physicians and lawyers, help with lost passports and assist with urgent message relay if you need to reach someone back home.»

In an emergency, if your veterinarian's clinic is closed, we will use our best judgment in responding to the needs of your pet unless otherwise instructed by you or your pet's physician.

If you are carrying any prescribed medication, or if you have any particular health needs, please bring with you a signed and dated letter from your physician stating any such health problems and dosage requirements for any medication to be provided to any medical authorities in case of an emergency.

First of all, you need to get medical attention, whether that be from a hospital emergency room, or from your family physician.

Individuals should go to their family physician or to the emergency room to make sure that they get the treatment they need to recover from the injuries that they have suffered in the accident.

An estimated 68.2 million people need to visit their physicians due to an injury, and 39.4 million more are forced to visit an emergency room.

This includes any emergency treatment necessary at a hospital, follow up care with a physician, rehabilitative treatment, occupational therapy, and any other treatment that is needed to help a victim recover.

Medical errors by the physician, nurse midwife or other medical providers responsible for the delivery of the baby may not have recognized the fact that the baby was unusually large, there were signs of fetal distress, chose not to timely order an emergency cesarean section when needed or was negligent in the use of forceps or a vacuum extractor all of which caused grave injury to the baby.

For instance, in case you contact for medical assistance during an emergency, as assistance coordinator will be appointed who will check if you need a medical evacuation under a licensed physician.

Locums Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant with Emergency Medicine Experience Needed for Fast Tra

Concierge Urgent Care Physician — St. Mary Hospital, Evanston, IL — 8/2008 — 4/2010 • Treated patients by traveling to their hotel room with a team of emergency care professionals • Diagnosed condition to provide care on location or transport patient to emergency if there is significant risk to his or her life • Represented the image of the hospital by providing top - quality care, listening attentively, and answering questions • Scheduled appointments to see medical professionals at St. Mary's if there was a need for follow - up care • Wrote prescriptions for pain medication and antibiotics as appropriate to treat the patient

Emergency Department RN, September 2011 — presentCullman Regional Medical Center — Cullman, Alabama — Conducts triage on incoming patients and prioritizes treatment - Assists in implementing medical procedures and medications - Documented all symptoms and patient history for individual patients - Provides comfort to patients and their family members - Educates patients and family members on condition, treatment, follow - up care and medicationsRN Registered Nurse, April 2006 — September 2011Alacare Home Health & Hospice — Tuscaloosa, Alabama — Assessed patient's physical, psychological and social environment - Documented vital statistics and reported changes to physician - Implemented prescribed treatments, including IVs and medications - Educated patients and family members on continued care and pain managementRN Telephone Triage, November 2000 — April 2006Department of Veterans Affairs — Birmingham, Alabama — Assessed patient needs and recommended appropriate actions to promote disease management, injury prevention and emotional wellness - Offered educational advice and materials to support patients or caregivers - Documented all interactions with patients

Duties and Responsibilities: include, but are not limited to: • Patient Relations • Assures timeliness of services rendered to patients • Clearly informs patient the name of physician who will render services • Arranges for and assists patients in understanding instructions for all ancillary services • Listens to complaints from patients regarding services rendered • Demonstrates adequate triage technique in handling telephone calls from patients and inquiries regarding services rendered • Appropriate management of filing records, recording telephone calls and prescription refill information in electronic medical records • Checks floor stock and sample medications, discards expired medications appropriately, re-orders as needed • Demonstrates accurate knowledge in management of emergency situations • Assists patient to room • Looks after patient's comfort while on premises • Maintains availability to examining Physician aphysician who will render services • Arranges for and assists patients in understanding instructions for all ancillary services • Listens to complaints from patients regarding services rendered • Demonstrates adequate triage technique in handling telephone calls from patients and inquiries regarding services rendered • Appropriate management of filing records, recording telephone calls and prescription refill information in electronic medical records • Checks floor stock and sample medications, discards expired medications appropriately, re-orders as needed • Demonstrates accurate knowledge in management of emergency situations • Assists patient to room • Looks after patient's comfort while on premises • Maintains availability to examining Physician aPhysician as needed.

• Track record of efficiently recording important signs that incorporate respiration, blood pressure and pulse • Skilled in laying out infection control procedures, aimed at ensuring patient safety and wellbeing • Committed to providing exceptional patient care through well - placed comprehension of patients» needs and ways of helping them handle them • Focused on quality bedside care by assisting with grooming, bathing and toileting needs • Known for diffusing patient anger / frustration by providing psychological counseling through distressing times • Excellent skills in identifying patients» specific medical and emotional needs and helping them come to terms with their situations • Qualified to monitor patients» physical and emotional behavior changes and logging and reporting them in a timely and efficient manner • Hands - on experience in following dedicated plan of care set by nursing managers and physicians • Demonstrated expertise in handling victims of emergencies such as acute sicknesses and accidents

Identifies problem related priorities, and responds to emergency need to interrupt or contact physician / provider within guidelines.

Geriatric Nurse • Assess elderly patients to determine need for medical services • Assist patients and families in determining goals of care in accordance to patient care plans • Provide patients and families with initial information on diagnosis and initial care • Create and implement core nursing care plans to meet the needs of individual geriatric patients • Observe patients to assess level of efficacy of implemented plan • Communicate observations to primary care physicians and case managers • Administer medication and IVs and provide emergency services • Provide elderly patients with counseling and encouragement

• Highly experienced in interviewing patients and families to derive information regarding medical histories and past surgeries • Hands - on experience in determining patients» suitability for required surgical procedures by conferring with medical staff members in details • Demonstrated expertise in deciphering the need for preoperative tests such as MRS and bone scans • Qualified to juggle surgeons» schedules to fit in emergency synergies and procedures • Competent in following up with labs and radiology departments to expedite teat results • Deeply familiar with creating and maintaining effective liaison with insurance companies to obtain coverage and claim information • Proven ability to assist patients in filling out admission and insurance forms, with special focus on accuracy and legibility of information • Track record of effectively and efficiently coordinating post-surgery appointment in a bid to ensure patient health and wellbeing • Deep insight into interacting with patients» physicians and other staff members, both within the facility and at outside clinics to provide accurate, timely and responsive information • Highly skilled in creating consent forms and ensuring that patients and families fill them out and sign them prior to scheduled surgeries • Excellent skills in performing surgery related surgical procedures including answering telephones, maintaining records and accounts and fulfilling equipment requirements • Special talent for handling surgery related payments and insurance processing duties

You should also be able to answer a patient's question without having to confer with the doctor or physician's assistant, as well as determine if they need a same - day appointment or if a trip to the emergency room is needed.

Upon request of the ED physician, assesses patients for the need to be placed under emergency detention.

Refers information on patients needing emergency care to appropriate technician, nurse and / or physician.

Graduate Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Accumulate 678 clinical hours in medical / surgical, cardio vascular, neurology, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, pediatric oncology, and outpatient care at the Veteran's Administration Obtain and maintain federal clearance to work with VA staff and patients Assist more than 200 RN's, Charge RN's, CNA's, and physicians Perform intake, preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, and medication Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and pediatric populations Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform administrative functions including phones, data entry, and other tasks as needed Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

Of the subjects needing medical attention, 45 % received treatment at an emergency department, and the remainder were seen by their own physician.