Unit Secretary / Nursing Assistant, Pediatrics

Sutter Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Sacramento seeks a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to provide essential patient support and clerical duties. The role requires strong nursing skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma and relevant experience, with a commitment to patient privacy and safety. This is a full-time position with variable days and hours, offering a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine patient care and specialized clerical duties.
• Executes a variety of tasks and adheres to regulations.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

EPIC

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:

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:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

32

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

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

Pay Range is $28.68 to $35.84 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.