Unit Clerk/Cert. Nursing Asst /Behavioral Health /Acute Geri Psych/FT /Day

Northwest Texas Healthcare System Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, vision & Rx

401(K) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Nursing education tuition savings

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

Benefits guest website

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, a 495-bed system, invites applications for a Unit Clerk/CNA. This role provides clerical and data management support on the Patient Care Unit under the supervision of the Charge Nurse and assists with direct patient care tasks delegated by the RN.

Responsibilities include supporting an environment of safety, maintaining medical records, and coordinating unit needs while upholding Service Excellence standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CNA certificate or equivalent required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• EMT certification or related nursing credential favorable.
• LVN/ADN/BSN pursuing nursing program desirable.
• Medical Assistant Certification acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with age-appropriate plan of care as delegated.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Provide clerical support and unit-based medical records duties.
• Coordinate unit needs and communicate effectively with the care team.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

English literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA Certificate or equivalent certificate

Current BLS certification

EMT Certification

LVN/ADN/BSN in progress

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software

Job description

Northwest Texas Healthcare System

is a 495-bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

Position: Unit Clerk/CNA

Position Summary: Provides clerical and data management services for the Patient Care Unit as assigned, under the supervision of the Charge Nurse. Attends to the patient’s direct care needs and performs tasks as delegated by the RN. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Assists the RN with implementation of an age-appropriate plan of care through tasks routinely delegated by the RN, based on the patient’s condition and the individual’s skills. Maintains professional behavior when dealing with issues or conflicts, utilizing appropriate resources, as needed. Assists the RN to provide an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and employees. The concepts of the patient centered care delivery model will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Provides clerical support, performs unit based medical records duties, and coordinates unit needs.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience and Licenses/Registrations Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience with medical terminology.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date and maintain certification throughout employment. This must be obtained prior to providing patient care.
• HWC for ED, BH, and NRU staff within 30 days of hire and maintain certification throughout employment
• Verbal De-escalation within 30 days of hire
• Must possess one of the following:
• CNA Certificate or equivalent certificate
• 2 years’ experience providing patient care
• EMT Certification
• Currently enrolled in LVN, ADN, or BSN School of Nursing with completion of Fundamentals
• Medical Assistant Certification

Physical And Sensory Requirements

• Ability to read, and write in English
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, and others
• Ability to remain calm under stress
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
• Bending, lifting (25 lbs. minimum), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, pulling, and squatting
• Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard/metric measurements)
• Sitting / standing for long periods of time
• Ability to repeatedly twist, squat, and stoop
• Reaching for and handling charts, reports and supplies
• Exposure to infectious organisms, agents and toxic chemicals

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.