About this role
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Unit Coordinator , you will be a vital caregiver and the central hub, assuming responsibility for patient care processes from newborn to geriatric for a designated time frame. You will directly contribute to safe, therapeutic patient care while serving as the primary receptionist and secretary.Every day you will support safe patient care through multidisciplinary processes and coordinating unit activities. You will efficiently manage information flow and assist healthcare team members in delivering care across all patient age groups.To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to managing day-to-day operations, and a commitment to providing safe, therapeutic care while working effectively with the entire healthcare team.
- Prepares and maintains the patient record accurately and in proper chart order; files appropriate reports in the patient chart; maintains patient confidentiality by monitoring appropriate chart access.
- Processes orders accurately and in a timely manner so that patient care is facilitated, delivered and maintained. Assists with scheduling procedures and arranging transportation for patients as appropriate.
- Demonstrates skill and knowledge in computer order entry system and in the manual order entry system when the computer system fails.
- Coordinates unit operations to support and enhance patient care delivery by ordering and maintaining supplies for the unit and by completing/updating appropriate unit records. Supports hospital/nursing department/unit standards and operations.
- Communicates effectively with members of the interdisciplinary treatment team, patients, families and visitors utilizing knowledge of and demonstrated skills related to interpersonal relationships and communication styles appropriate to the individual's uniqueness and age.
- Provides a safe and healthy environment for patients, families, visitors and the interdisciplinary treatment team by utilizing knowledge of proper body mechanics and infection control standards.
Job Requirements
Required
- High School Graduate/GED
- Basic Life Support - CPR
- Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Preferred
- Previous unit secretary experience in anacute care setting preferred.
Where You’ll Work
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Join Siena Hospital: Impacting Lives, Locally and Nationally
At Siena Hospital, you'll become an integral part of Dignity Health Nevada, the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the region. For over 70 years, guided by the Adrian Dominican Sisters' inspiring vision, we have proudly delivered compassionate, high-quality care to the Henderson and Las Vegas communities, always prioritizing the needs of the underserved.
Our modern Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital, opened in 2000. It significantly expanded the vital services initially established by our Rose de Lima Campus, effectively meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our growing community.
Your impact, however, extends far beyond our local communities. We are also a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and making a profound difference on a grander scale, collectively impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.
If you are driven by an unwavering commitment to social justice, passionate about achieving health equity for all, and eager to contribute your talents to new, innovative ways of delivering compassionate care within a deeply collaborative and supportive environment, then your search ends here. Welcome to Siena – and welcome to a career of meaningful impact.