Certified Nursing Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator ED (CNA/ HUC)

Lourdes Health; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differentials

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Holidays

Education assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lourdes Health in Pasco, WA seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator (CNA/HUC) for the Emergency Department. This on-site role combines patient-care support with administrative duties during night shifts (7p-7a). You will help manage patient flow, medical records, and communication across teams.

Required CNA certification in WA and BLS (or within 90 days). This position offers shift differentials and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current Washington State CNA certification required
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or within 90 days of hire
• Familiarity with medical terminology and electronic health records preferred
• Strong organizational, multitasking, communication, and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintain medical records and electronic health records.
• Answer calls, relay messages, and coordinate diagnostic testing and transportation.
• Serve as a central point of communication among staff, patients, families, and departments.
• Manage unit supplies and equipment and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to nurses and healthcare professionals.
• Assist nursing staff with direct patient-care activities under RN direction.
• Document vital signs and assist with mobility, positioning, hygiene, and ADLs.
• Assist with patient transport, room turnover, and preparing rooms for new patients.
• Collect specimens and complete delegated clinical tasks per policy.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative support

Communication

Multitasking

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator ED (CNA/HUC)

Facility Lourdes Health Location Pasco, WA Career Area Nursing - Patient Support Schedule Full Time Workplace On-site Job Shift Night Date Posted 09/10/2026 Job ID #355095

Job Type: Full-Time Nights 3x12s

Hourly Wage: $18.54 - $25.35

Union Position

Your Experience Matters

At Lourdes Medical Center, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those in our facilities who provide care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

How You'll Contribute

A Certified Nursing Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator (CNA/HUC) who excels in this role combines compassionate patient care with strong administrative and communication skills to support efficient unit operations and positive patient outcomes.

This is a shared role that provides both administrative support and direct patient-care assistance within the Emergency Department. This position helps maintain efficient unit operations, communication, patient flow, and safe, timely care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordinating patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintaining medical records and electronic health records.
• Answering telephone calls, relaying messages, and coordinating diagnostic testing and transportation.
• Serving as a central point of communication among medical staff, patients, families, and other departments.
• Managing unit supplies and equipment and helping maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Providing clerical and administrative support to nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Assisting nursing staff with direct patient-care activities under the direction of an RN and within the NAC's scope of practice.
• Obtaining and documenting vital signs and assisting patients with mobility, positioning, hygiene, toileting, and other activities of daily living.
• Assisting with patient transport, room turnover, stocking supplies, and preparing rooms for incoming patients.
• Collecting specimens and completing other delegated clinical tasks based on training, competency, and facility policy.
• Promptly communicating changes in a patient's condition or safety concerns to the assigned nurse.

This combined role requires strong organizational, multitasking, critical-thinking, communication, and customer-service skills, along with the ability to transition between administrative responsibilities and direct patient-care needs in a fast-paced Emergency Department.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and electronic health records preferred.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Schedule

Full-Time Nights 3x12s 7p-7a

Why Join Us?

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Shift Differentials: $2.25-$3.50
• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full-time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More About Lourdes Medical Center

Lourdes Medical Center is a 35-bed hospital located in Pasco, Washington, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

From your first day to your next career milestone, your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Lourdes Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue. For more information regarding Washington State pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries website.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.