Nurse Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator - U2E IMC/Stepdown

Kettering Health; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health in Miamisburg, OH is seeking a Nurse Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator for full-time, 12-hour day shifts. This role combines patient care with unit administration, ensuring accurate records and smooth operations.

Required: STNA or 6 months healthcare experience, BLS within 3 months, and basic computer/EHR skills. Compliance with safety, confidentiality, and hospital protocols is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic computer proficiency including electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Basic medical terminology.
• Ability to follow instructions and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and basic care.
• Support unit operations and documentation to ensure accurate records.
• Maintain a safe, organized environment and protect patient confidentiality.
• Adhere to hospital policies and B Safe program guidelines.

Skills

EHR systems

Verbal communication

Written communication

Task prioritization

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Follow procedures

Job description

Job Details

KH Miamisburg | Full-Time | 12 Hour Shift Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Nurse Assistant / Health Unit Coordinator supports patient care and unit operations by providing direct assistance to patients with daily living activities and performing essential administrative and clerical functions. This dual role ensures effective communication, accurate record keeping, and a safe, organized environment for patients and staff. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

• None required.

Required Work Experience

• 6 months experience in patient care or administrative support in a healthcare setting, or State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification in Ohio.

Required Licenses, Certifications, And Registrations

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within three months of hire.

Skills

• Basic computer proficiency including electronic health record (EHR) systems
• effective verbal and written communication
• ability to prioritize and organize tasks
• attention to detail
• ability to maintain confidentiality
• teamwork and collaboration
• basic medical terminology
• ability to follow instructions and protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• One year of experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in patient care or administrative support.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, And Registrations

• Health Unit Coordinator certification.
• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification in Ohio.
• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) and active status on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.