Unit Secretary

The Unit Secretary is responsible for:

• Supporting the functions of the nursing unit by performing primarily clerical duties.

• Serving as a resource for patients, families, physicians, staff and visitors who may approach the nursing station.

• Coordinating the flow of the unit to enhance the delivery of safe, quality patient care.

Job Code: 100100

Qualifications

License or Certification:- CPR PreferredEducation, Training and Years of Experience:- One year experience in an inpatient setting functioning as a unit secretary preferred.- Student in active healthcare program such as nursing preferred- Alternate experiences in reading and transcription of medical orders preferred.- Completion of Medical Terminology course preferred.Machines, Equipment Used:- General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.Physical Requirements: - Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and ability push/pull a minimum of 30 pounds, which includes the lifting, pushing and/or pulling of medical supplies and equipment and the transferring and repositioning of patients. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken this exceeds these minimum requirements.- Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking.

• Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipment

Skills and Abilities:- Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.- Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.- Ability to work independently without supervision.Environmental Conditions:- Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.- Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.- Handicapped accessible.- May work under stressful circumstances at times.Proficiency or Productivity Standards:- Meets established attendance standards.- Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.- May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.

• May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.- Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.- May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.- May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.