Nursing Assistant / Unit Secretary, Surgical Acute

Sutter Health•Roseville, CA

11h

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 established standards of care, policies, and procedures for 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 additional tasks and/or orient other staff to the department. This is a part-time, non-exempt, regular position on the Surgical Acute unit, with night shifts of eight hours, variable days, and every-other-weekend requirements. The role is based at Sutter Roseville Medical Center. The position may involve handling hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
One year of recent relevant experience.
Demonstrated 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 interacting with team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized policies and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), electronic health records, 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.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Sound judgment and developed clinical and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Carry out specialized clerical and administrative duties for the assigned nursing care unit.
Build confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
Execute a variety of 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.
May perform specific additional tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.