Nursing Assistant & Unit Coordinator: Patient Care

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 2,181,000 - 3,270,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Coordinator to support routine patient care and coordinate nursing unit activities. You will assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and maintain records while collaborating with physicians, patients, and visitors to ensure a smooth operation.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, experience with electronic medical records, and a focus on patient experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous nursing assistant experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing unit activities efficiently.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers and changes in the unit using EMR/EHR systems.
• Perform clerical duties and manage intake and outbound documents.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and support plan of care.
• Maintain unit inventory and assist with budget awareness and stock control.
• Communicate patient information clearly to the care team and visitors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Patient care

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR system

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Coordinator to support routine patient care and coordinate nursing unit activities. You will assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and maintain records while collaborating with physicians, patients, and visitors to ensure a smooth operation.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, experience with electronic medical records, and a focus on patient experience in a hospital setting.