Unit Assistant

MyMichigan Health•Alma, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to; performing general clerical duties for the ED unit. Also implements physician orders as well as organizing and coordinating the nursing unit. Other functions that may be assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical terminology required (course work or experience).
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must also be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Nice To Haves

Computer and word processing experience preferred.
PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN Certification
TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt
NIMS IS 100: NIMS IS 100 Introduction Incident Command System
NIMS IS 700: NIMS IS 700 Introduction National Incident Mgt System

Responsibilities

Supports the mission, goals, policies, and standards of nursing.
Hospital and ED policies and work rules are recognized, supported, and implemented.
Demonstrates patient advocacy.
Maintains patient rights and confidentiality
Communicates concern and sensitivity to the needs of peers and other staff.
Provides effective feedback.
Communicates openly and freely with all employees in the hospital.
Fosters cooperation and coordination of services among employees and departments.
Establishes and maintains open lines of communication within the department and with other departments within the MyMichigan Medical Center-Gratiot system and with members of the community.
Communicates patient care information accurately to floor staff.
Responsible to know department specific safety requirements and performs according to procedure in all hospital emergency situations.
Unsafe conditions are reported promptly.
Reviews safety manual annually.
Participates in safety regulations and external regulations.
Reports to Manager, Infection Control Nurse or OHS of actual or potential toxic or hazardous conditions in the work environment.
Utilizes appropriate lift equipment on a routine basis.
Participates in opportunities for staff education in: New employee orientation, Department/job specific education, Education for new services provided by the department.
Attends education days annually
Participates in interdisciplinary performance improvement activities.
Participates in established departmental and hospital quality improvement efforts and quality assurance standards.
Develops and maintains relationships with Nursing Units, Physicians, Physician offices, and when appropriate, other health care agencies and community service agencies to enhance the continuity of patient care services.
Answers incoming telephone calls promptly and exercises excellent customer service skills on the telephone.
Performs general clerical duties, such as typing, copying, filing and including computer entry.
Assists the professional staff with unit organization and clerical support.
Maintains a clean and orderly nursing station.
Supports the mission, goals, policies and standards of the department.
Maintains patient rights and confidentiality.
Assists with nursing functions when needed. Assignments to include one on one patient monitoring and patient transporting.
Is responsible for delivery of specimens (i.e. urine, stool, sputum, blood, etc.) using standard precautions.
Demonstrates competency in Infection Prevention and Control Practices and Policies: Possesses an understanding of infection prevention and control measures designed to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Maintains the standards of the infection prevention and control policies.
Implements and maintains isolation techniques per policy.
Follows hand hygiene policies and utilizes personal protective equipment as required.