Unit Secretary/ Nurse Assistant

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. 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification
• 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 communication skills to interact with 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
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
• Ability to 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 collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
• Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical and administrative skills

Schedule

• Job Shift: Nights
• Schedule: Part Time
• Shift Hours: 8
• Days of the Week: Variable
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
• Weekly Hours: 28

Benefits

Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

Pay Range is $30.78 to $37.54 per hour. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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.

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.