Health Unit Assistant

Douglas County • Omaha, NE

387d • $38,376 - $38,376

About The Position

The Health Unit Assistant position at Douglas County, NE, involves performing clerical and resident support duties under the direction of the Assistant Director of Nursing. The role focuses on enhancing resident engagement and ensuring a cooperative and safe work environment while maintaining effective relationships with various stakeholders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of customer service and/or clerical experience required.
• Basic life support/cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS/CPR) certification within 60 days of hire date required.
• Completion of a pre-employment criminal record check, conditional offer drug screen, and physical assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties such as maintaining records, sending records for scanning, and preparing reports.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, supervisors, and the public.
• Coordinate and assist with Food Service resident meal choices.
• Collaborate with Unit Nurse for resident admissions, transfers, or discharges.
• Maintain supplies by ordering, stocking, and preparing work orders.
• Provide resident support and engagement activities such as delivering newspapers and scheduling services.
• Label resident and facility property and schedule/accompany residents to appointments.
• Perform bed inspections and quarterly safety inspections.
• Escort and assist residents with recreational outings and activities participation.
• Assist in facility areas like the gift shop and fitness area.
• Welcome new residents and families, guiding them to rooms and assisting with room moves.
• Participate in orienting new staff and champion facility processes.
• Report unsafe conditions and promote resident safety measures.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information and participate in meetings/projects.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED