ED Unit Resource Coordinator

Luminis Health, Inc.; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan (employer match)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Holidays and Life/AD&D

Job summary

Luminis Health, Inc. seeks an ED Unit Resource Coordinator to support the Emergency Department. The URC maintains patient records, coordinates internal and external communications, and manages unit supplies and bed disposition to promote efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include coordinating admissions, transfers, discharges, and discharge logistics, while partnering with PT/OT/Providers and case managers to ensure timely care and accurate documentation in the patient care unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One-year previous Unit Clerk experience or in a clerical position in a similar health care setting preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Coordinate communication at the Nurses’ Station and patient care unit.
• Maintain patient medical records to ensure they are current and accurate.
• Maintain unit supplies including PPE and environmental care rounds.
• Facilitate discharge coordination including transportation arrangements and discharge packets.

Skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Title

ED Unit Resource Coordinator (URC)

Department

Emergency Department

Reports to

Clinical Director – Nursing

Job Code/Cost Center

20200-10016-002057

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Position Objective

The Unit Resource Coordinator is responsible for the maintenance of patient medical records, communication internally and externally, acquisition of stock and patient supplies, completion of log books and coordination of ongoing activities at the Nurses’ station. Represents Luminis Health RISE Values in every interaction with patients, families, co-workers, and colleagues.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists with admissions, transfers and discharges
• Collaborates with hospital personnel to ensure optimal patient care and promote a positive working environment in Unit and Hospital.
• Manage unit call volumes
• Coordinates communication on patient care unit
• Maintains patient medical records to ensure they are current and accurate
• Maintains patient and unit supplies economically and efficiently, including PPE
• Coordinates communication at the Nurses’ Station and patient care unit
• Participates in programs designed to increase the quality of patient care.
• Maintains nurse call and monitoring system
• Conducts Environmental care rounds
• Maintain work orders
• Welcome and escort unit visitors
• Facilitates discharge coordination which includes transportation arrangements and discharge packets
• Coordinates unit ASCOM messages
• Assists all healthcare partners such as PT, OT, Speech, Providers, and case managers
• Manage bed board and patient disposition
• Distribute staff communication
• Assist unit leadership with unit projects as assigned

Educational/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• One-year previous Unit Clerk experience or in a clerical position in a similar health care setting preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic medical terminology

Required License/Certifications

• N/A

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

Physical Demands –

Must be able to hear normal sounds with some background noise

Routinely lifts objects under 20 pounds

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Pay Range

$19—$23 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status