Unit Secretary / Nursing Assistant, High Risk Maternity

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

23h•$30 - $42

About The Position

Performs routine patient care, support, and services, as well as specialized clerical and administrative duties, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and the 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. Adheres to local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety. May perform specific additional tasks and/or orient other staff to the department. This role is based at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento. It is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position on the night shift, with 12-hour shifts, variable days, rotating weekends, and 30 weekly hours. The pay range is $30.03 to $42.04 per hour. 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 data and instructions presented 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 while following 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, including managing multiple tasks 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 patients’ protected health information (PHI).
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve 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 legal scope of practice and established standards and procedures.
Perform specialized clerical and administrative duties for the assigned nursing care unit.
Gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
Execute varied tasks and prioritize information and requests in a timely manner.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient and information privacy and safety.
May perform specific additional tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.