Unit Coordinator, Jewish Hospital, 7 Towers Pulmonary Thoracic PCU, PRN

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs clerical duties on the unit under the direction of the Licensed Nursing Personnel. Utilizes professional communication skills between personnel within the department, and to other departments in relation to patient care. Presents a personable and professional attitude to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and co-workers at all times.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)
Experience in charging supplies (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
Understanding of computer operating systems and general navigation of electronic environments.
Ability to use Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Previous clerical/computer experience and medical terminology strongly preferred.
Experience with software systems.

Responsibilities

Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Interacts effectively with patients, physicians, nurses, visitors, and other customers utilizing effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Maintains the patient record by properly stickering, identifying, and filing all patient documents
Forwards all medical records to the HIM department upon discharge
Ensures station census is accurate and all patients are correct in computer systems
Maintains clean and organized workstations
Reports hazards and unsafe practices to leadership or other appropriate individuals
Orders, stocks, and maintains clerical supplies and patient care documents
Writes legibly and transcribes communication accurately
Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
Performs other duties as assigned
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community
Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit
Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
Working together as a team to achieve our goals
Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback
Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
Using our resources wisely
Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health