Nursing Unit Secretary

Nursing Unit Secretary

Mother-Baby 3AB

The Nursing Unit Secretary will:

• Serve as the central focus of communication for the Patient-Care Unit

• Coordinate the clerical functions of the Unit- assisting with charting, admissions and discharges, etc

• Maintain organization within Nurse's station to promote an orderly workflow

• Receive, sort, and organize all interdepartmental communications

• Schedule and coordinate special patient appointments with other departments as directed by Health Care Team Members within an appropriate amount of time

• Answer call bells and assisting as appropriate Answer a high volume of phone calls

• Welcome and assist all visitors to the unit

Requirements:

• Work requires the ability to read and transcribe Physician orders.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills essential.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of Hospital personnel, patients and visitors.

• Good communication/phone skills required.

Schedule: Part Time - every other weekend/holiday, 3 pm - 11:30 pm shift

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