PRN Nursing Assistant & Unit Coordinator - Patient Care

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Tupelo, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Coordinator to support Tupelo's North MS Medical Center.

The role involves routine patient care and coordinating unit activities to promote a positive patient experience under RN supervision. The position includes clerical duties, inventory and record-keeping, and effective communication with physicians, patients, and visitors to ensure smooth operations within the unit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computers and familiarity with EMR systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; nursing assistant experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily nursing unit activities and admissions/discharges.
• Assist with routine patient care under RN supervision.
• Handle clerical duties: intake/outbound documents and communications.
• Maintain and document records in the electronic medical record.
• Monitor call lights and respond to patient needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Computers

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate

Tools

Telephones

Fax machines

Scanners

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Coordinator to support Tupelo's North MS Medical Center.

The role involves routine patient care and coordinating unit activities to promote a positive patient experience under RN supervision. The position includes clerical duties, inventory and record-keeping, and effective communication with physicians, patients, and visitors to ensure smooth operations within the unit.