Health Unit Coordinator/Nursing Assistant (HUC/NA) PICU, FT Days

El Paso Children's Hospital; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Health Unit Coordinator/Nursing Assistant to join their team in a full-time position. This role involves performing essential clerical duties, assisting nursing staff, and providing support in a pediatric intensive care unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of medical terminology and patient records, along with excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a caring environment, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety while working alongside a dynamic healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of nursing assistant program or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties including medical record maintenance and order processing.
• Assist nursing staff and maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Knowledge of Patient Medical Records

Clerical and Office Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Completion of Nursing Assistant Program

Completion of Unit Clerk Program

Tools

Hospital Computer Systems

Job description

Health Unit Coordinator/Nursing Assistant (HUC/NA) PICU, FT Days

Tracking Code 4788-029 Job Description

Performs general clerical and receptionist duties including medical record maintenance, order processing, typing, and/or word processing, and materials management functions on the nursing unit. Assists visitors, nursing staff, and members of the health care team. Assists in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Completes all other work related duties as assigned.

Performs nursing assistant duties under the direct training of the registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or nurse manager.

Required Skills

• Ability to interact and communicate with people over the telephone and/or in person, often in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of patient medical records and clinical documents.
• Skill in the use of Hospital computer systems related to ADT order entry, requisitions, lab inquiries and other computerized processes and related software/hardware applications.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and operations.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment ordering and inventory control.
• Clerical, word processing and office skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instruction and safety precautions.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Required Experience

Work Experience:

• Hospital setting preferred.

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of an approved educational program for nursing assistants or equivalent.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an approved unit clerk program within one year of employment.

License/Registration/Certification:

• Nursing assistant certification preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job Location: El Paso, Texas, United States

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

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