Unit Technician - Emergency Room

About the role

Assist with management of patient information to facilitate flow and communication needs within the admission, transfer, and discharge processes.

Maintains expertise in internal/external communication systems and completes notifications as delegated for routine daily patient needs and urgent/emergent needs.

Serves as an organizational resource and communication point during episodes of downtime for the electronic medical record system.

Works in conjunction with the health care team to ensure all call lights are answered and consistently participates in hourly rounding as applicable to the unit.

Supports family or caregiver involvement in the plan of care, taking into consideration the patients' individual preferences and safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitors internal and external alarm systems and initiates communication as needed within the building to maintain staff, patient and visitor safety.
• Performs daily charge entry function including assuring the consistent accuracy of accommodation codes status and basic documentation review to verify the accuracy of charges entered for all patients seen in Acute Care Service areas.
• Utilizes professional customer service skills to give direction and assist internal and external customers with questions and concerns.
• Captures and documents data to support the patient plan of care, including but not limited to: vital signs, blood glucose values and intake and output measurements (may include emptying of drains and catheter devices); monitoring skin for abnormalities or areas of breakdown during provision of routine cares.
• Collects and documents data to support the patient plan of care, including but not limited to: vital signs, blood glucose values and intake and output measurements (may include emptying of drains and catheter devices); monitoring skin for abnormalities or areas of breakdown during provision of routine cares.
• Initial vital signs, weight and height measurements, management of patient belongings, and early set-up of safety devices as requested by the Nurse (i.e. Fall Risk or Isolation precaution equipment).
• Provides for and documents patients’ hygiene needs and other nursing-based interventions (i.e. ambulation) throughout their stay in collaboration with the assigned Nurse Caregiver.
• Ensures throughout each shift that appropriate communication items and safety equipment are in use in support of fall prevention and safe patient handling.
• Supports family or caregiver involvement in the plan of care, taking into consideration the patients' individual preferences and safety.
• Preparation and assisting with patient examination, monitoring of patients during procedures and assisting medical staff with certain treatments and procedures (i.e. suturing, eye exam).

Requirements

• Current status on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
• Current EMT Certification or Paramedic License
• Completion of ongoing training requirements specific to the departments served

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a recognized nursing assistant program
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred

Skills

• Proficient in internal/external communication systems
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to document and report patient data accurately
• Knowledge of infection control guidelines
• Ability to perform basic patient care tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate patient care needs.