Certified Nursing Assistant 2, Health Unit Coordinator *Short Stay*

Company: Pacific Medical Centers
Location: Medford
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Providence is calling a Certified Nursing Assistant 2/Health Unit Coordinator (CNA 2 / HUC) to its Short Stay Surgical Unit at Providence Medford Medical Center in Medford, OR. This is a per diem/on-call position offering shifts that start at 10am or 11am, with a shift end time of approximately 7:30pm. Our Caregivers have visibility to shift availability 6 weeks in advance. Schedules are finalized 4 weeks in advance. Our per diem staff are expected to pick up a minimum of 48 hours in a 6 week schedule period. This includes 2 holidays per year. You will also earn an additional 15% (of your hourly pay rate) in lieu of benefits pay premium as a per diem Caregiver with Providence.

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We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant 2 - Health Unit Coordinator who will be a key person within the decentralized nursing unit, who provides overall administrative and technical support in the operation of the unit; collaborate with other staff and leaders in the development, oversight, and operation of the unit; and perform CNA II patient care duties.

In this position you will have the following responsibilities:

• Monitor tube system for arrival of medications from Pharmacy and transport them to the defined area for medication storage on the unit
• CLERICAL:
• Assemble admission packets; ensure open charts at alcoves have adequate supply of forms; photocopies and faxes relevant documents for patient discharge
• File materials as requested in patient charts at alcoves (e.g., care plans, lab reports, etc.) according to established timeframes and procedures
• Transcribe provider orders in an accurate and timely manner at alcoves and/or substations
• Perform data and order entry for patient treatments, diagnostics and related ancillary services
• Enter unit charges into the computer and checks accuracy and completeness
• Access and utilize the computer system as necessary for patient care documentation, physician order transcription, diet changes, equipment and supply ordering

• Maintain multiple work areas in neat and organized manner

• COMMUNICATION:
• Provide primary telephone coverage for unit, with assistance from other staff as needed
• Answer calls promptly and courteously; receive and distribute messages and information accurately and in a timely manner
• Represent the unit in a positive light through respectful and compassionate interactions with patients, visitors, providers, and other departments
• Monitor activity on unit to ensure no unauthorized personnel are present; notify Assistant Head Nurse/Charge Nurse or supervisor for intervention as needed
• Maintain positive, 'can-do' demeanor when interacting with others; uses effective communication skills and manages conflict in a professional manner

• Participate in all mandatory staff meetings, education, orientation and other meetings as assigned/requested

• COORDINATION/TEAM MEMBER:
• Collaborate with the charge nurse in the coordination of admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Assess unit activity flow and prioritize workload appropriately, making use of the OR tracker and bed board computer systems
• Participate in QI activities; maintain refrigerator logs; participate in patient rounding as directed by nurses

• Complete work in a timely manner, requesting help when necessary and assisting co-workers as needed

• PATIENT CARE:
• Respond promptly and compassionately to patient needs communicated via the intercom and Vocera systems
• Assess situation and prioritize based on severity, If unable to address need of patient, promptly relays needs to the patient's nurse
• Report observations and information regarding patient condition to the RN in a timely manner
• Answer patient call lights on all patients and attends to patient needs as appropriate
• Administer hygienic care to the patient, including bathing, oral and denture care, shaving, combing hair, etc.
• Assist with patient activity and mobilization
• Participate in admission, transfers, pre-and post-op and post-mortem care as directed by the nurse
• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the RN, including but not limited to, calculation of patient intake and output, application of cardiac monitor leads, performing point of care testing, and assisting with patient respiratory care

Required qualifications for this position includes:

• HS diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Health Unit Coordinator or secretarial coursework -OR- one (1) year experience performing secretarial duties in a health care environment
• Completion of Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) recognized Acute Care CNA2 course -OR- Grandfathered to CNA2 per OSBN requirements
• Active and unencumbered license in the state of Oregon as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience with a variety of software applications.

Preferred qualifications for this position includes:

• One (1) year Acute care hospital experience, ideally performing CNA and/or Health Unit Coordinator duties
• One (1) year experience as a CNA 2

About Providence in Oregon

As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence offers exceptional work environments and unparalleled career opportunities.

The Providence Experience begins each time our patients or their families have an encounter with a Providence team member and continues throughout their visit or stay. Whether you provide direct or indirect patient care, we want our patients to feel that they are in a welcoming place where they can be comfortable and free from anxiety. Our employees create the Providence Experience through simple, caring behaviors such as acknowledging and welcoming each visitor, introducing ourselves and Providence, addressing people by name, providing the duration of estimated wait times and updating frequently if timelines change, explaining situations in a way that puts patients at ease, carefully listening to their concerns, and always thanking people for trusting Providence for their healthcare needs. At Providence, our quality vision is simple,

"Providence will provide the best care and service to every person, every time."

Providence is consistently ranked among the top 100 companies to work for in Oregon. It is also home to two of our award-winning Magnet medical centers. Providence hospitals and clinics are located in numerous areas, ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland. If you want a vibrant lifestyle while working with a team highly committed to the art of healing, choose from our many options in Oregon.

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