Clinical Unit Coordinator - Patient Care Support

Mass General Brigham; Eastville (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Martha's Vineyard Hospital is seeking a Unit Coordinator to support the Nursing Department with clerical and patient-care tasks. Under supervision of a licensed nurse, you will transcribe orders, manage communications, and assist with daily unit operations to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include handling admissions information, coordinating patient transport, Maintaining records, supplies, and coordinating with radiology and lab schedules.

Qualifications

• Legible handwriting and accurate spelling.
• Fluent reading, writing and spoken English.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Strong communication with staff, patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes doctors’ orders and requisitions and communicates with the appropriate departments.
• STAT orders are brought to the attention of the Charge Nurse immediately.
• Makes patient transport arrangements with Nursing Supervisor.
• Maintains bulletin boards, blackboards and charting areas.
• Orders supplies as necessary to meet the unit’s needs and may deliver specimens/equipment to departments.
• Explains and enforces visiting policies for families and directs visitors to waiting areas.

Skills

Legible handwriting

Accurate spelling

English proficiency

Communication skills

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Mass General Brigham's Martha's Vineyard Hospital is seeking a Unit Coordinator to support the Nursing Department with clerical and patient-care tasks. Under supervision of a licensed nurse, you will transcribe orders, manage communications, and assist with daily unit operations to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include handling admissions information, coordinating patient transport, Maintaining records, supplies, and coordinating with radiology and lab schedules.