Unit Coordinator, 24 hour DAY SHIFT. E/O weekend and holiday

Sturdy Memorial Hospital • Attleboro, MA

70d

About The Position

Performing under the direction of the RN/LPN and as a member of the unit-based patient care team, the Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Coordinator (CNA/UC) performs duties of direct and indirect patient care. The direct patient care tasks include but are not limited to activities of daily living, vital signs, glucometry, EKG's, weights and Intake/Output data collection. Indirect patient care activities include, but are not limited to, transport, restocking and/or obtaining patient care supplies. In addition, the CNA /UC is responsible for responding in a timely manner to the needs of patients and family members and taking a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit. They function within policies, procedures and guidelines of Sturdy Memorial Hospital in accordance with Joint Commission, CDC and OSHA standards. In addition, the CNA/UC will perform clerical, receptionist and unit coordinating duties on individual patient care units.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• BLS competent.
• Certification as a nursing assistant.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills needed to assist in providing patient care.
• Good organizational skills, personal maturity, accuracy and flexibility.
• Proficient in English.
• Ability to perform simple math calculations.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships across all areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrate commitment to customer relations and continuous quality improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Previous knowledge of medical terminology.
• Typing and computer skills.
• Unit Secretary experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care tasks including activities of daily living, vital signs, glucometry, EKG's, weights and Intake/Output data collection.
• Perform indirect patient care activities including transport, restocking and/or obtaining patient care supplies.
• Respond in a timely manner to the needs of patients and family members.
• Take a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.
• Function within policies, procedures and guidelines of Sturdy Memorial Hospital.
• Perform clerical, receptionist and unit coordinating duties on individual patient care units.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer.
• No discrimination based on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees