Unit Secretary (full time) Days Psych Dept.

Description

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Summary:

To provide a combination of 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 Initiates or updates appropriate patient information in the Chart Review Conservation of the computer system where appropriate. Reviews data in Chart Review on a daily basis and eliminates any non-current data according to unit standard Notifies appropriate personnel of STAT orders. Accesses lab values when requested Calls department for facilitation of transcribed orders when appropriate.
2. Prepares maintains and forwards records in an accurate and timely manner Replenishes and reviews records on a daily basis according to unit procedures. Files all reports in the correct patients records daily Prepares records for admission transfer surgery procedures discharge and expiration. Delivers expiration records to Admitting immediately Processes discharge records according to standard chart order.
3. Communicates effectively and courteously with patients visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities. Identifies unit and self when answering phone Uses a Windows-based computer system competently Assists the RN in care delivery by providing accurate and timely processing of communications. Relays information to appropriate person in a timely manner.
4. Demonstrates compliance with identified policies and procedures in carrying out unit assignments i.e. postings work sheets maintenance of data and knowledge of medical terminology Demonstrates willingness to assist with and improve unit operations Maintains neat and orderly appearance and environment.
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. Receives patient posting and assists in room assignments as necessary. Updates and maintains Unit Secretary Worksheets where appropriate. Assists in QA studies as assigned by the Nurse Manager/designee. Maintains and updates telephone listings.
7. Checks all patients line of vision and/or identification bands and bed tags per unit standards. Sorts and delivers patient mail when received. Respects patients privacy.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
9. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

Other Information:

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

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 338

Department: Psych Unit

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $17.00 - $28.50 Hourly

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