Nurse Assistant/Unit Secretary, Med Surg

Sutter Health•Burlingame, CA

5d•$35 - $49

About The Position

The Nurse Assistant/Unit Secretary performs routine and specialized patient care and provides clerical and administrative support on an assigned nursing care unit. The role works within the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures, building cooperation with patients, families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. It requires prioritizing information and requests, completing tasks in a timely manner, and following applicable regulations and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety. The employee may perform specific additional tasks and orient other staff. Patient care duties include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges, and providing basic nutrition, elimination, hygiene, and mobility care. The role explains examinations, tests, and procedures to patients; maintains equipment; and helps ensure care tasks are completed within established time frames. Administrative duties include coordinating patient-care activity, maintaining records and calendars, handling communications, compiling charts and electronic health record information, preparing documents and reports, supporting meetings and projects, and assisting staff with electronic medical record and other systems. The position also maintains a clean and safe work environment, checks equipment and reports malfunctions, protects confidential health information, follows regulatory and department requirements, and prepares, administers, and documents medications and treatments in accordance with applicable regulations. The schedule is part time, 32 hours per week, with 8-hour day shifts on variable days and every other weekend. The position is regular and non-exempt. The listed pay range is $34.78–$48.69 per hour; eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of recent relevant experience as a CNA.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and perform selected procedures, including taking vital signs and collecting specimens.
Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Provide basic care related to nutrition, elimination, hygiene, and mobility.
Complete routine and priority tasks within established departmental time frames.
Maintain equipment and understand physician procedures and treatments.
Explain examinations, tests, and medical procedures to patients to help alleviate fear and anxiety.
Mentor students and new employees and foster a constructive learning environment.
Perform clerical and administrative tasks, establish work priorities, and create documents such as letters, memorandums, manuals, and reports.
Coordinate patient-care activities and procedures for the unit and serve as a point of contact for patients and families.
Receive and screen calls, messages, mail, email, and visitors.
Compile charts by collecting orders, test results, laboratory information, reports, and clearances, and scan information into the electronic health record.
Coordinate meetings and provide logistical support; prepare notices, agendas, and minutes for departmental meetings.
Manage calendars and schedules, coordinate activities, and prepare for meetings and events.
Prepare reports, summaries, and responses to inquiries using information from various sources.
Maintain databases and enter and audit data.
Assist department staff with the electronic medical record and other systems and serve as a resource for computer-related issues as needed.
Coordinate projects, create documents independently, and prioritize needs.
Maintain timekeeping records and function as timekeeper as needed.
Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after procedures.
Inspect and calibrate equipment, record quality-control results, and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
Protect patient protected health information from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
Perform care in compliance with department standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
Prepare, administer, and document medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Maintain certification and complete mandated continuing education requirements.