Health Unit Coordinator - PICU - FT Nights- JDCH

Memorial Healthcare

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About The Position

The Health Unit Coordinator performs administrative and clerical duties in support of an assigned nursing area in the PICU at JDCH. The role supports patient admissions, transfers, and discharges; maintains patient records and charts; assists patients and visitors; and handles telephone calls and emergency communications. The position requires three 12-hour night shifts per week, from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Candidates must be able to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment, communicate effectively, exercise sound judgment, and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Critical thinking and effective communication skills.
• Decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical tasks such as copying, faxing, filing, and ordering or obtaining supplies.
• Assist with processing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assemble and maintain patient records and charts.
• Greet patients and visitors.
• Monitor, answer, screen, and route telephone calls.
• Make emergency alerts, pages, and overhead announcements as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED