Unit Secretary/ CNA

Kindred Healthcare; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join their team as a CNA. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital, where you will be a vital part of an interdisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include managing patient records, assisting visitors, and ensuring clear communication among staff and families. With a strong commitment to patient care and community service, this position provides a fulfilling career path with ample professional development opportunities. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Benefits

Low nurse-to-patient ratios

Professional development and advancement opportunities

CEU Support

State-of-the-art equipment

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Up to 20 days of PTO

6 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Qualifications

• Must possess a CNA License and have a high school diploma.
• Ability to communicate clearly and knowledge of medical terminology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure visitors are acknowledged quickly and help direct them.
• Initiate and maintain medical records during patient stay.
• Interact frequently with unit personnel and patients’ families.

Skills

CNA License

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Computer Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Two Years of College-Level Education

Job description

A career at Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital - Chandler, a 40-bed state-of-the-art inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Dignity Health, is more than a job. It’s a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the “Valley of the Sun” who need continued care to recover completely. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply for this position!

Our Benefits:

• Low nurse-to-patient ratios
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• CEU Support
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees and their families
• Up to 20 days of PTO for full-time employees
• 6 paid holidays for full-time employees
• Tuition reimbursement, continuing education, and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role:

• Ensure visitors are acknowledged quickly and help direct them and answer questions
• Initiate medical records upon admission, maintain during patient stay, and close upon discharge within the electronic medical record
• Follow up on doctors’ orders
• Serve as unit receptionist for calls and visitor information
• Interact frequently with unit personnel, physicians, visitors, patients’ families, and hospital staff for information exchange
• Contact with patients, including answering patient lights, fulfilling requests for non-care items, attending appointments, and working in the café, always maintaining professionalism and courtesy

Minimum Requirements:

• CNA License
• High school diploma required; two years of college-level education preferred
• Computer experience required
• Prior hospital experience preferred
• Ability to work with medical personnel, patients, and families at all levels
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, knowledge of medical terminology is desirable

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital – Gilbert strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.