Health Unit Coordinator / Nursing Assistant NICU, FT Days (57752)

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation is seeking an entry-level Health Unit Coordinator/Nursing Assistant to support the nursing staff on the unit. You will perform clerical and receptionist duties, maintain medical records, process orders, and assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Strong communication and basic medical terminology are required. The role supports physicians, nurses, and patients, working daytime hours in a busy El Paso hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Completed nursing assistant program or equivalent.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and receptionist duties on the nursing unit.
• Maintain medical records and process orders.
• Assist visitors, staff and health care team on the unit.
• Help maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Medical records knowledge

ADT/order entry systems

Clerical/office skills

English comprehension

Safety procedures

Inventory/ supplies management

Education

Nursing assistant program or equivalent

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hospital computer systems

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

The Health Unit Coordinator / Nursing Assistant (HUC/NA) 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.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of an approved educational program for nursing assistants or equivalent.
• High School graduate or equivalent.

License/Registration/Certification:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

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.