Recovery Services - Care Asst-Health Unit Coord

Job Summary and Responsibilities

St. Anthony Hospital has been redesignated in 2022 for demonstrating a commitment to a healthy workplace through professional development, shared decision making, leadership, safety, quality, and well-being. Job Summary : This job is responsible for assisting with patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse; performs data entry, unit secretarial functions, and equipment processing. Essential Duties : Provides patient personal care / hygiene and physical comfort, including feeding, bathing, shaving, changing clothes, bed making, ambulation, lifting, turning, moving, transferring, skin care and bowel / bladder elimination. Prepares patient, equipment and supplies for specific procedures / examinations. Performs, monitors, reports and documents all clinical activities within scope of practice. Observes and reports changes in patient condition to the RN. Obtains labels and transports a variety of samples. Provides patient information to nursing staff for inclusion in the interdisciplinary plan of care. Assists nursing staff in the admission, discharge and transfer of patient. Checks, cleans and disinfects mobile non-critical medical equipment. Maintains a neat and organized work environment. Orders, stocks and replenishes supplies and equipment. Ensures only current forms are available and stocked. Maintains a safe work and patient environment. Uses hand hygiene in accordance with current protocol. Demonstrates awareness of and incorporates safety standards in accordance with National Patient Safety Goals and regulatory agencies. Assists in keeping unit in continuous survey readiness. Performs receptionist and support duties. Greets and assists all customers, physicians, patients, visitors and employees in a friendly and timely manner. Facilitates and directs communication among visitors, employees and physicians within the assigned work area. Schedules appointments, tests, etc. Welcomes patient to unit for room set up. Assists staff as necessary with securing of patient's personal belonging(s) and valuables. Makes follow up appointments for patients. Communicates patient information, concerns, or issues to appropriate interdisciplinary team member(s). Assists and follow up with non nursing requests. Provides general support activities for the unit. Maintains unit specific records as assigned. Generates reports as assigned to support the unit and manager. Prints and submits faxed or scanned charts for transfer. Assembles and maintains patient chart. Obtains medical record from other health care systems as needed for patient care. Prepare paper chart of discharge patients for delivery to HIM per policy. Document post discharge appoints made for patients in patient depart process. Monitor accommodation codes in electronic medical record. Reviews order status as assigned per unit. Performs general clerical and unit support duties as assigned. Enters charges as directed by management. Performs charge reconciliation daily. Performs auditing, chart monitoring or order review as indicated by director / manager. During system downtime, supports the unit according to down time procedures.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience : Completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant program (or military medical specialty training). Six months related work experience preferred. Experience in a hospital setting preferred. Prefer experience in a specialty unit. Preference is given toward applicants with experience as both a Certified Nursing Assistant and Unit Coordinator. Licensure & Certification : Must be registered by the Washington State Nursing Commission as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Current healthcare provider BLS certification is required.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person body, mind, and spirit in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$23.65 - $34.50 / hour We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.