Night Shift Patient Care & Unit Coordinator

University Medical Center; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center in Louisville, KY is seeking a Night Shift Clinical Assistant to support nursing staff. You will transcribe orders, assemble and maintain patient charts, communicate with physicians, and provide basic patient care under an RN's direction.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, vital signs, specimen collection, and ensuring accurate documentation. Prior Clinical Assistant or EMT coursework is preferred; BLS/CPR may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT training program (preferred).
• Current CPR/BLS certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes and validates orders and messages accurately.
• Maintains patient records and chart orderliness.
• Sets up admission charts and handles discharge/transfer charts.
• Communicates physician orders to nurses and coordinates information flow.
• Performs basic patient care support under RN supervision.
• Collects specimens and participates in point-of-care testing.
• Assists with patient mobility, hygiene, and daily care tasks.
• Maintains safety, infection control, and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Flexibility

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clinical Assistant training or EMT/Nursing student coursework

Job description

University Medical Center in Louisville, KY is seeking a Night Shift Clinical Assistant to support nursing staff. You will transcribe orders, assemble and maintain patient charts, communicate with physicians, and provide basic patient care under an RN's direction.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, vital signs, specimen collection, and ensuring accurate documentation. Prior Clinical Assistant or EMT coursework is preferred; BLS/CPR may be required.