Unit Secretary - Med Surg

SUMMARY

As a Unit Secretary, you are an integral part of the nursing unit, which relies on your help with communications, process management and supplies.

STATUS: Full-time

DEPARTMENT: Med/Surg

SCHEDULE: Days (3- 12 hours shifts), Must be able to do some weekends

ATTRIBUTES

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

• Excellent communications and organization skills

• Demonstrated experience with PC and office software programs

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily Administration. Answer telephone/route calls, provide administrative support for nurses and physicians, sort and distribute mail; create work orders, HELPSTAR tickets and report any unit requirements to appropriate department; maintain inventory and supply levels for unit

• Patient Care. Perform daily rounding of patients on unit, update whiteboards and ensure all safety measures are in place; respond to patient's call for service as needed; maintain awareness of arrivals and discharges on unit

• Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation