Summary The Unit Coordinator/Licensed Nursing Assistant coordinates the activities of, and serves as a resource to, the nurses, doctors, hospital staff, patients, and visitors in a courteous and cooperative manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
Practices by ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.
Handles all work and correspondence in a confidential manner abiding by HIPAA standards.
Reviews care organizer on a consistent or hourly basis in order to assure up to date patient plans.
Request services from ancillary and support departments for supplies or equipment.
Request food trays, stat meds, old records, patient’s valuables from safe, etc.
Request patient consent for information or films from external facilities.
Performs various patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients.
Reports all unusual conditions or reactions to the primary nurse or charge nurse.
Documents all vital signs and pain ratings, and accurately records intake and output.
Collects samples for testing, i.e., urine and fecal occult.
Assists with skin and wound care under the direction of a nurse.
Practices according to the ANA guidelines of care as adopted by the Nursing Division.
Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act of NH.
Demonstrates effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
Explains any care given to involve the patient in their care.
Completes audits of required forms and documents to assure compliance with Core Measures, and regulatory agencies.
Prepares equipment and assists other nursing staff during treatments and examination of patients.
Uses equipment/safety protocols and policies in providing care and transport to patients.
Maintains patient census log and board.
Maintains on call schedules and keep list daily of patients off floor for testing.
Files forms and reports in charts.
Assists with recording unit/department statistics.
Maintains annual competencies.
Supports practice that is consistent with the tenets of shared governance and with the philosophy of the unit and the organization.
Assists with problem solving and conflict resolution to maximize team performance.
Communicates written messages in accurate, appropriate, and legible format.
Attends 75% of the unit staff meetings.
Maintains adequate patient care hours for licensure.
Attends Skills Day annually.
Effectively controls costs through economical use of supplies, linen, personnel and equipment.
Demonstrates integrity and honesty by accurately accounting for time worked (start/stop time), meal breaks (punch for lunch), and down-time.
Avoids use of unauthorized overtime.
Minimizes use of unplanned earned time per policy.
Other duties as consistent with this role.
Job Requirements
Job Knowledge and Skills
EPIC preferred, training available on-site.
Education and Experience
Valid NH LNA License required
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) required or obtained prior to completing orientation.
High School Graduate or GED preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.
Americans with Disabilities Statement
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.
Standard of Business Conduct
Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.