Night Shift Patient Care Assistant & Unit Coordinator

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Night Shift Unit Clerk/Assistant to support the nursing team on the Louisville, KY unit. Responsibilities include transcribing orders, maintaining patient records, and aiding with patient care under RN supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification; completion of a Clinical Assistant or Nursing program is preferred. The role emphasizes communication, organization, and compassionate patient interaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant or Nursing program or Nursing student who completed Fundamentals of Nursing is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes and communicates orders and messages accurately and promptly.
• Maintains patient medical records in proper order and accessibility.
• Performs phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, and basic respiratory tasks as directed by RN.
• Assists with admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.
• Ensures HIPAA privacy and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Problem solving

Service excellence

Organization

Flexibility

Critical thinking

Work ethic

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clinical Assistant/Nursing program completion (preferred)

Tools

Electronic documentation system

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Night Shift Unit Clerk/Assistant to support the nursing team on the Louisville, KY unit. Responsibilities include transcribing orders, maintaining patient records, and aiding with patient care under RN supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification; completion of a Clinical Assistant or Nursing program is preferred. The role emphasizes communication, organization, and compassionate patient interaction.