CNA/Unit Secretary - CCU

MercyOne; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is hiring a Unit Secretary/CNA for the 12 Hour Night Shift. The role includes clerical duties and bedside patient support under RN supervision. The facility emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and adherence to MercyOne policies.

Responsibilities include transcription of orders, scheduling tests, and maintaining patient records while supporting daily living activities for patients. Requires CNA certification and BLS within 3 months.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Aide with Iowa certification.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum of three years’ related field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Transcribe physician orders and perform order entry on computer.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and therapies and maintain patient records.

Skills

Certified Nurse Aide

BLS Certified

Three years experience

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Unit Secretary/CNA

The Unit Secretary/Nurse Assistant is a member of MercyOne Clinton Medical Center’s healthcare team and is under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse providing quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care by assisting the patient with activities of daily living, as well as, other physical, emotional and spiritual needs consistent with the mission of MercyOne Clinton, vision of patient care services, evidence-based standard of care and established policies and procedures. As a Unit Secretary performs clerical and receptionist duties under the direction and supervision of the Unit Director. The Unit Secretary transcribes selected physician orders, performs order entry on the computer, schedules diagnostic tests and therapies for patients, assembles admission and discharge charts and maintains patient medical records, completes documentation for billing, answers telephone calls, provides routine approved information via telephone and in person and relays other calls and messages to appropriate staff. The Unit Secretary demonstrates professional behavior consistent with the mission of MercyOne Clinton, the Vision of Patient Care Services, evidence-based standards of care and established policies and procedures.

Schedule

• Full time .9 (36 hours per week)
• Day Shift (7pm - 7:30am)

General Requirements

• Certified Nurse Aide, verification of certification from the State of Iowa.
• Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a related field preferred.
• Must be able to work concurrently on a variant of tasks in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities and adapt to them as they change.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Education

• High school education or equivalent required.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.