Unit Secretary (pt) DayEve PCU

Description

Rotating days and evening shifts - 7a-3p 3p-1130p and every other weekend

• The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
• Healthgrades - Americas 50 Best Hospitals
• U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment

Summary:

To provide combination secretarial computer data entry reception and clerical duties at the direction of the Administrative Nurse Manager or Designee.

Responsibilities:

1. Transcribes Physicians Orders in an accurate and timely manner according to Norwalk Hospitals Policies and Procedures.
2. Prepares maintains and forwards records in an accurate and timely manner. Files all reports in the correct patients records daily. Replenishes and reviews records on a daily basis according to unit procedures.
3. Communicates effectively and courteously with patients visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities. Identifies unit and self when answering phone.
4. Follows all identified policy and procedures in carrying out unit assignments i.e. postings work sheets maintenance of data and knowledge of medical terminology. Offers suggestions and solutions to help improve unit operations. Maintains neat and orderly appearance and environment. Complies all competencies and annual requirements as established by the Staff Development Department and the Nurse Manager. Maintains personal Educational Record.
5. Monitors orders and oversees maintenance of equipment and supplies in a proper orderly and cost-effective manner. Enters and renews chargeable items/services into computer system for patient care correctly. Contacts appropriate departments as directed by Manager/designee for needed services on nursing unit.
6. Enters all assignments into the Navicare system. Enters the Nash data every 4 hours and reviews the previous 24 hours of data for accuracy on day shift. Supports unit by assisting with call bell response according to unit standard following hierarchy. Completes unit safety rounds including checking name bands signage and emergency equipment.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information:

Required: High School Graduate or equivalent. Previous secretarial/computer experience preferred with Windows based computer system. Hospital or other health care setting experiences.
Minimum Experience: zero to six months
Desired: Working knowledge of medical terminology

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 388

Department: Progressive Care

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $17.00 - $28.50 Hourly