Unit Technician - Emergency Department

Mayo Clinic•Mankato, MN

1h•$20 - $27

About The Position

Unit Technicians support nursing practice by assisting with patient care under the direction of a registered nurse and/or licensed medical professional. They perform designated activities that are legally permitted for unlicensed nursing personnel. In the emergency department, the technician collaborates with nursing staff and consultants/providers when patient parameters are abnormal or critical, identifies and activates medical emergency response plans, and performs assigned duties such as procuring and applying a Lucas device. The technician performs ECGs and splinting, along with other duties as assigned by licensed medical personnel.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and have completed 12 college credits, or have a high school diploma/GED and successfully completed Nursing Assistant training or equivalent.
Basic computer knowledge and skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Excellent organizational, communication, writing, and listening skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team setting and be flexible.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
BLS certification must be successfully completed before the first day in patient care; certification is included in the orientation program.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care to support nursing practice under the direction of a registered nurse and/or licensed medical professional.
Carry out designated activities permitted by law for unlicensed nursing personnel.
Collaborate with nursing staff and consultants/providers when patient parameters are abnormal or critical.
Identify and activate medical emergency response plans.
Perform assigned emergency response duties, such as procuring and applying a Lucas device.
Perform ECGs and splinting.
Perform other duties as assigned in the emergency department by licensed medical personnel.