Unit Secretary-ECC Emergency Care-Full Time in Alexandria, LA

Summary:

The Nursing Unit Secretary is responsible for performing clerical duties as indicated by the responsibilities outlined in this job description under direct supervision of the unit charge nurse. The associate is competent to provide clerical support to nursing staff, physicians and other members of the healthcare team. The associate is responsible for monitoring the nurses’ station ensuring a healing environment for patients and their family members. The associate must also promote a healthy work environment for staff. The Unit Secretary must be flexible, efficient and accurate in carrying out the role. The Unit secretary is trained in the delivery of age-appropriate care by hospital policy. He or she performs assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital’s philosophy, values, standards, policies and procedures. 

Responsibilities:

• Greeting and directing visitors, relaying information and messages to patients and medical staff, facilitating communication between the care unit and other healthcare providers
• Answering telephones, distributing mail, preparing and filing paperwork, and ordering and storing supplies
• Maintaining and updating patient records; preparing admission and discharge paperwork
• Filing test and lab reports within medical records
• Coordinating patient services by scheduling tests, treatments, and consultations for patients and arranging for patient transfers

Requirements:

• Must be able to prioritize workflow on a daily basis. Must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken form with individuals of various education levels including physicians. Ability to interpret medical terminology and possess an understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
• One-year minimum healthcare experience preferred.
• CPR
• De-Escalation Certification

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time