Nurse Aide/Unit Clerk, Labor And Delivery (Full Time Days)

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Nurse Aide/Unit Clerk is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care for patients across their life span. The Nurse Aide/Unit Clerk works cooperatively under the direction of an RN or LPN and consistent with hospital policy, the hospital Mission Statement, and the Philosophy of the Department of Nursing. The Nurse Aide/Unit Clerk is also responsible for clerical duties within the department as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.Performs patient related clerical duties, including unit statistics, manuals, logs, transcribing orders and entering patient charges accurately.

2.Assembles, analyzes and maintains order for patient's records in chart order per policy.

3.Demonstrates ability to accurately use computer system.

4.Maintains inventory of unit supplies and maintains a clean, orderly environment.

5.Demonstrates an awareness of unit budget.

6.Contributes to collection of accurate information for each patient assigned to his/her care.

7.Assumes direct patient care responsibilities as assigned by the professional nurse.

8.Observes and reports changes in the patient's health status to appropriate licensed care giver.

9.Follows established procedures and safety precautions while transporting patients and specimens, as needed.

10. Assists the professional nurse with patient related non-technical duties.

11. Functions as a role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.

12. Recognizes the value of continued educational growth and development as related to their job responsibilities.

13. Performs 1:1 watches as assigned.

14. Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives.

15. Complies with established chain of command for work related problems.

16. Demonstrates the responsibility in meeting hospital and nursing department personnel standards.

17. Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information.

18. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.

19. Demonstrates/models the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).

20. Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.

21. Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.

22. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance, time clock punches and dress code.

23. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

1.Other related duties as assigned.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.