Health Unit Coordinator Cath Lab Night

AdventHealth•Charlotte, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Identifies, prioritizes, and transcribes all types of physician orders by completing the patient Kardex, proper care map, and making necessary requisitions. Notifies and calls other departments or physicians when necessary and places appropriate information on the chart, chart forms, computer, and electronic record. Accesses the medication room to place meds in a secure area upon medication arrival to the floor. Performs indirect patient care duties related to admission, transfer, and discharge. Posts pertinent patient data timely. Responds appropriately in emergency situations. Interacts with patients appropriate to age, acuity, and culture. Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities and accurately documents and monitors activities as needed. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department. Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or unit. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Sufficient knowledge of English and spelling to perform various non-clinical duties.
Neat and legible handwriting.
Knowledgeable of medical terminology.
Computer and typing skills.
Organizational skills.
Monitor technician experience or successful completion of a Monitor Technician training program or equivalent.
Must pass a proficiency exam in EKG.
Ability to work well as a team member.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills and literacy.
Ability to use machines, tools, equipment, and work aids as necessary to perform job duties.
Monitor technician experience or successful completion of a Monitor Technician training program or equivalent.
Tele skills required
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
High School Grad or Equiv
Technical/Vocational School
National Association Health Unit Coordinator (HUC)

Responsibilities

Identifies, prioritizes, and transcribes all types of physician orders by completing the patient Kardex, proper care map, and making necessary requisitions.
Notifies and calls other departments or physicians when necessary and places appropriate information on the chart, chart forms, computer, and electronic record.
Accesses the medication room to place meds in a secure area upon medication arrival to the floor.
Performs indirect patient care duties related to admission, transfer, and discharge.
Posts pertinent patient data timely.
Responds appropriately in emergency situations.
Interacts with patients appropriate to age, acuity, and culture.
Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities and accurately documents and monitors activities as needed.
Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department.
Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills.
Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or unit.
Other duties as assigned.