Impactful HUC: Critical Care Stepdown & Care Coordination

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health Health Unit Coordinator role in the Critical Care Stepdown unit supports patient care by organizing records, coordinating admissions/transfers/discharges, and ensuring efficient workflows and equipment maintenance on the unit.

Under Nurse Manager supervision, the HUC upholds OU Health's values and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe, organized patient environment. No prior experience required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills and typing abilities; familiarity with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, prepares and maintains patient medical records and files.
• Provides receptionist type coverage for the area: handle routine patient calls, intercom pages, personal callers, route incoming mail and answer routine inquiries.
• Assists with admissions, transfers and discharges by coordinating, notifying and following up with the appropriate personnel.
• Maintains or arranges for repair of equipment.
• Assists with inventory needs, ordering, stocking, and distribution of supplies.
• Supports the healthcare team by anticipating and responding to team requests and patient needs.
• Mentors new HUCs.
• Participates in daily compliance audits, chart checks, and reporting safety events.
• Participates in evidence-based practice quality improvement projects on the unit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Communication

Typing

EMR systems

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

OU Health Health Unit Coordinator role in the Critical Care Stepdown unit supports patient care by organizing records, coordinating admissions/transfers/discharges, and ensuring efficient workflows and equipment maintenance on the unit.

Under Nurse Manager supervision, the HUC upholds OU Health's values and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe, organized patient environment. No prior experience required.