Health Unit Coordinator / Nursing Assistant Pediatrics, PRN Days (57491)

Health Unit Coordinator / Nursing Assistant Pediatrics, PRN Days

El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905

Overview

Level Entry Position Type Temporary Job Shift Day Education Level None

Description

Performs general clerical and receptionist duties including medical record maintenance, order processing, typing, and/or word processing, and materials management functions on the nursing unit. Assists visitors, nursing staff, and members of the health care team. Assists in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Completes all other work-related duties as assigned. Performs nursing assistant duties under the direct training of the registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or director.

Qualifications

Work Experience:

• One year of nursing assistant experience. Hospital setting preferred.

Education and Training:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of a Nursing Assistant program or equivalent.

License/Registration/Certification:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Skills:

• Ability to interact and communicate with people over the telephone and/or in person, often in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of patient medical records and clinical documents.
• Skill in the use of Hospital computer systems related to ADT order entry, requisitions, lab inquiries and other computerized processes and related software/hardware applications.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and operations
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment ordering and inventory control.
• Clerical, word processing and office skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instruction and safety precautions.