Health Unit Coordinator/ CNA

Kootenai Health; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kootenai Health is seeking a Health Unit Coordinator/CNA for the Behavioral Health - Adult Acute department. The role combines secretarial support and direct patient care under RN supervision, with daily tasks including patient records updates and coordination of care.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (BLS certification preferred) and previous related experience. Schedule is PRN with days, in a respected Idaho hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of spelling and medical terminology preferred.
• BLS Required. Current certification during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates patients' records.
• Performs direct patient care activities under RN supervision.
• Assists patients in dressing, bathing, or eating.
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs.
• Assists physicians and nursing staff with procedures.
• Documents patient interactions as needed.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.

Skills

Medical terminology

Secretarial support

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Health Unit Coordinator/ CNA Internal Only

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department Behavioral Health - Adult Acute
• Schedule/Shift/Hours PRN - (As Needed) - Days

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

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discountsproviding access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Why I love my job as a Medical Assistant at Kootenai Health

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part‑time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit‑eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• Employee referral bonus program

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