Unit Assistant

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Unit Manager/Charge Nurse, performs general clerical duties and patient centered activities in a hospital nursing unit. She/he demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient population served on a designated nursing unit.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• BLS Required
• Supplementary commercial school/college courses in typing, computer technology, medical terminology are desirable.
• 6 months experience as Ward, Clerk, Medical Assistant or Physician Receptionist preferred.
• Annual validation of skills and safety, infection procedures.