Nursing Assistant / Unit Secretary, Cardiac Care Unit

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

1d•$30 - $42

About The Position

Performs routine patient care, support, and services, along with specialized clerical and administrative duties, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and the established standards of care, policies, and procedures of the assigned nursing care unit. Builds confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Executes varied tasks and prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient and information privacy and safety. May perform specific department tasks and/or orient other staff. This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position in the Cardiac Care Unit. The schedule is nights, with 12-hour shifts and variable days of the week. Weekend work is required every other weekend. The position is based at Sutter Medical Center Sacramento. Pay is listed as $30.03 to $42.04 per hour; the actual starting salary depends on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of recent relevant experience.
Knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, views, and equipment.
Ability to interpret information and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills for communicating with team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.
Time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines within standardized policies and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to protect the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to meet departmental and corporate objectives.
Education, technical competence, and patient-interaction skills.
Sound judgment and developed clinical and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services within the scope of practice and the unit’s standards, policies, and procedures.
Perform specialized clerical and administrative duties for the assigned nursing care unit.
Build confidence and cooperation with patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Execute varied tasks and prioritize information and requests in a timely manner.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient safety and the privacy of patient information.
Perform specific department tasks and/or orient other staff as needed.
Use sound judgment and clinical and administrative skills to address work responsibilities.