What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Unit Secretary position at Saint Peters Healthcare System?
Nursing Unit Secretary
Intensive Care Unit
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.
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