- Responds to visitor/patient emergencies appropriately according to department/facility standards.
- Demonstrates accurate order transcription and communicates vital information to the appropriate staff.
- Utilizes Health First computer systems with regards to order entry and order inquiry.
- Maintains census board on the nursing unit with appropriate accurate information.
- Maintains patient chart order. Monitors for history and physical compliance.
- Maintains only most current forms and physician order sets ( including discarding of old forms).
- Respond to call lights within a timely manner.
- Admits, discharges and transfers patients in a timely manner. Coordinates appointments and transportation as needed for patients.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of Health Unit Coordinator Course recommended within 6 months of hire.
- Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider completion card.
- Successful completion of Health Unit Coordinator Certification Exam within one year of hire preferred.
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks.
- Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
- Must be able to lift, turn, pull, or push equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift
- Potential for exposure to biohazardous waste and known or unknown diseases.
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Huc (Health Unit Coordinator) - Neuro Pcu
2 weeks ago
Health First Melbourne, United States**Description**: · To be fully engaged in providing Quality / No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by organizing unit activities, coordinating and relaying information to health care team members, patients and families in an accurate and timely manner. · **Primary Accoun ...
huc (health unit coordinator) - neuro pcu - Melbourne, FL , USA, United States - Health First
Description
To be fully engaged in providing Quality / No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by organizing unit activities, coordinating and relaying information to health care team members, patients and families in an accurate and timely manner.
Primary AccountabilitiesPHYSICAL DEMANDS: