Health Unit Coordinator/ CNA

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Health Unit Coordinator and CNA to join their team. This role is pivotal in providing essential secretarial support and direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will be responsible for maintaining patient records, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring a high standard of care. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to excellence and patient-centered care, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates patients' records and assists with patient care.
• Documents patient interactions and performs various direct care activities.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Patient Care

Communication Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Clinical Equipment

Job description

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

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email [e-mail] with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.