Unit Secretary / Nursing Assistant, High Risk Maternity

Sutter Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Sacramento is seeking a dedicated nurse assistant to provide routine patient care, support, and clerical duties within the unit’s standards.

You will apply basic nursing skills, ensure PHI privacy, and collaborate with the care team while using EHR/EPIC systems.

Requirements include a HS diploma, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of experience; this full-time night shift offers 30 weekly hours.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PHI privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine patient care and support within unit policies.
• Handle clerical and administrative duties and maintain patient records.
• Operate and interpret data from patient records and schedules.
• Ensure privacy and safety of patient information.

Skills

Nursing basics

Data interpretation

Medical terminology

PHI privacy

Team communication

Time management

EHR familiarity

EPIC knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

EHR systems

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview

Performs routine patient care, support and services, and also specialized clerical and administrative duties in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures of the assigned nursing care unit. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. to Executes a variety of tasks, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety of patients and information. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.

Job Description

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Education

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Education, technical competence and patient interaction skills
• Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical and administrative skills.

Job Shift

Nights

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

30

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $30.03 to $42.04 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.