Health Unit Coordinator/ CNA

Kootenai Health, Inc.; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kootenai Health is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator/CNA for the 1 North - Medical Nephrology unit. This role provides secretarial support and direct patient care under RN supervision, with PRN days and 12-hour shifts.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and ideally 1 year of related experience with knowledge of medical terminology. The job emphasizes accurate records, teamwork, and adherence to clinical guidelines.

Formación

• HS diploma or GED; preferred
• 1 year related experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• BLS required; current provider certification

Responsabilidades

• Maintains and updates patients' records
• Performs direct patient care tasks under RN supervision
• Assists patients with dressing, bathing, eating
• Collects non-invasive specimens or gathers vitals
• Assists physicians and nursing staff with procedures
• Documents patient interactions as needed
• Follows pre-established guidelines to perform duties
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts and procedures in the field
• Relies on experience to plan and accomplish goals
• Ensures regular and predictable attendance
• Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned

Conocimientos

Healthcare terminology

Keyboard & secretarial skills

BLS CPR certified

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Health Unit Coordinator/ CNA Internal Only Department Only

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department 1 North - Medical Nephrology
• Schedule/Shift/Hours PRN - (As Needed) - Days - 12 Hour Shifts

Performs duties as a Health Unit Coordinator and as a CNA. Responsible for providing secretarial support for all employees.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains and updates patients' records
• Performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs but does not start or administer intravenous fluids
• Assists physicians and nursing staff with procedures if needed
• Documents patient interactions as needed
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified preferred
• Knowledge of spelling and medical terminology preferred
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to lift or move up to 35lbs
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height

Continue your career with Kootenai Health!

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What to Expect after you transfer:

• If you change your title or department, you will receive a new badge. Badges are printed and available in Security on the Wednesday of the week following your transfer.
• Your benefits may change if your position status (FT, PT, or PRN) has been updated. Please talk with your Recruiter if you have any questions about your status and benefits.
• Those with a primary position as a PRN will receive per diem pay. Per Diem rates are tiered depending on number of years of employment.
• If you are moving into a new role, HR will provide you with a new job description to review and sign. HR will also request documentation for any new requirements for your position, including experience, education, licensure, certification, etc.
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• If an advanced background check with Health and Welfare is required for your role and you have not completed one previously, you will need to complete the process before your transfer date.

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