Patient Safety Attendant - Float Pool - PSA

City: Mankato, State: MN – Remote: No, Department: Nursing

About the role

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. With continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

We desire to create and support an organizational culture where all employees are mission-driven, embody organizational values, and practice relationship-based care. We adhere to the primary value "the needs of the patient come first". The daily actions of the staff demonstrate the vision and values of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and provides an environment of safety that gives an alternative to restraints.
• Responsible for sitting with and observing an assigned patient.
• Provides constant and alert observation for each assigned patient.
• Protects patient's safety and security by preventing patient harm to self, harm to others, harm from others, and flight risk.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Patient care or healthcare-related field experience preferred; however, on-the-job training is provided.
• BLS certification required within 1 week of start date.
• Flexibility (works flexible hours, which include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends).
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Promotes team building.
• Self-directed.
• Able to adapt to unpredictable situations.

Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Pay

$20.00 - $21.63 per hour

Schedule

• Part Time
• Per Diem/Supplemental
• Weekend Schedule: Per Diem/Supplemental