UNIT COORDINATOR

Universal Health Services; Hanover Township (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Competitive compensation and generous

Excellent medical, dental, vision and药

401(k) match and stock plan

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Nursing education support with Chamber

Career development opportunities with

Pet Insurance

Benefits website information

Job summary

Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System (SBHS) is seeking a Unit Coordinator to manage clerical functions on the nursing unit and support patient care. The role involves assisting with direct care for patients with medical and behavioral needs as directed by the treatment team, and supporting unit programming to carry over therapy, leisure activities, and daily living skills.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of psychiatric patient experience, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is REQUIRED.
• One year of experience working with a psychiatric patient population is preferred.
• Administrative experience is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• The Unit Coordinator manages the clerical functions of the nursing unit necessary to provide patient care.
• Assists in direct care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team.
• Assists with unit programming to facilitate therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living for patients on the unit.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Organization

Time management

Decision making

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Administrative software

Job description

Responsibilities

The Unit Coordinator at the Facility manages the clerical functions of the nursing unit necessary to provide patient care.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description. The specifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability to meet the minimum requirements for this position. Staff must demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations.

Must possess experience and knowledge of interventional and administrative duties necessary to support nursing and patient care on assigned unit. Assists in the direct care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. Assists with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living for patients on the unit. Must possess knowledge of dual diagnosis/chemical dependency/mental health patients; age-specific patient issues, limit setting and behavior management, crisis prevention and intervention techniques; knowledge and comprehension of regulatory agency standards (DOH, DPW, CMS, Joint Commission, etc.); staff development procedures and requirements; ability to communicate orally, telephonically, and in writing; working knowledge of computer systems and various software; must maintain certification CPR, Verbal De-Escalation, and Handle With Care. Must possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player. Good documentation, organization and time management skills are necessary. Must be effective in decision-making and problem solving.

Unit Coordinator

Full-Time (10-Hour Shift)

Benefit& RewardsHighlights

• 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:com

Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System (SBHS)

is a 178-bed acute care facility located in Streamwood, IL and has been providing mental health treatment to the Chicagoland community and the state of Illinois since 1991. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotional and behavioral healthcare needs of children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

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 and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED. One (1) year experience working with a psychiatric patient population and previous administrative experience preferred.

Licenses / Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record.

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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