Unit Coordinator, OB Emergency, Full-Time

Unit Coordinator, OB Emergency, Full-Time Job ID:

000FEQ Tupelo Nursing - OB

EMERGENCY DEPT

Full Time - Evening Posting Description We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Job Description Coordination:

Effectively and efficiently coordinates the activities of the nursing unit Assists with all admissions, discharges, transfers and changes within the unit utilizing the electronic patient tracking system and electronic medical record.

Clerical:

Performs a variety of office, secretarial and other related duties both within and in support of assigned unit Manages all intake and outbound documents Handles incoming and outgoing communications Effectively and efficiently answer patients' call lights/requests and reports requests to appropriate personnel

Inventory Control :

Orders, stocks, and replenishes unit supplies and necessary equipment in a cost efficient manner Participates in identifying unit financial responsibility during budget preparation Assists with keeping unit within its budget restraints

Communication :

Facilitates unit communication including, but not limited to, telephones, intercom system, call light system, computers, etc. and relays information as appropriate Communicates patient information, concerns, or issues to appropriate interdisciplinary team member(s) Facilitates and directs communication among visitors, employees, and physicians within assigned unit

Customer Service:

Welcomes visitors to the unit by greeting them, answering questions, giving directions, and referring inquiries as appropriate to nursing staff. Answers telephone and directs calls and inquiries to the appropriate department or staff member. Polite and friendly in all interactions whether by phone or in person Ensures a safe and clean environment for patients and health care team

Reporting/Recordkeeping:

Facilitates effective communication between disciplines by providing organized medical records Assures timely and accurate access to pertinent patient data Maintains unit-specific records/reports (i.e. unit log books, staffing sheets, etc.) as assigned

Regulation :

Adheres to professional standards, behavioral standards, and hospital policies as set forth by the organization Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues Maintains confidentiality by protecting personal healthcare information of all patients.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Obtains and maintains CPR certification as set forth by unit and Continuing Education. Must meet and maintain education requirements upon hire and annually as determined by unit and Continuing Education Department Working knowledge of office equipment (i.e. telephones, fax machines, scanners, etc.) required Excellent organizational and communication skills (written and verbal) required Knowledge of medical terminology preferred Excellent interpersonal skills required Working knowledge of computers required Requirements The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description. Education You must have the following education to apply: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent You must have a High School Diploma or GED or higher