Nursing Unit Coordination Specialist

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a dedicated unit coordinator/secretary to support nursing staff and patient care on the assigned unit. You will manage communication, requisitioning and supplies, maintain patient records, and assist physicians and visitors, ensuring smooth unit operations in a busy hospital setting.

The role emphasizes professional communication, accuracy, timeliness and collaboration with multiple departments to uphold patient-centered care and hospital standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a professional setting with customer service preferred.
• Certification by NAHUC preferred; CPI training within 1 year of employment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to work with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing unit activities among staff, patients, physicians and other departments.
• Maintain patient records on the assigned unit.
• Serve as a resource and role model; participate in staff training.
• Participate in ongoing staff development and professional training.
• Provide professional and respectful customer service to patients and families.
• Support collaboration and teamwork; follow hospital policies for attendance.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer knowledge

Medical terminology knowledge

Professionalism

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a dedicated unit coordinator/secretary to support nursing staff and patient care on the assigned unit. You will manage communication, requisitioning and supplies, maintain patient records, and assist physicians and visitors, ensuring smooth unit operations in a busy hospital setting.

The role emphasizes professional communication, accuracy, timeliness and collaboration with multiple departments to uphold patient-centered care and hospital standards.