CNA/Unit Secretary MS/TCU, PRN Nights

Harrison County Hospital, an affiliate of Norton® Healthcare, has served the people of Harrison County since 1950 and now provides acute‑care services to a growing population across Indiana and Kentucky.

About the role

Under the supervision of the Department of Nursing, the Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary performs receptionist and secretarial duties on the Med/Surg and TCU patient‑care unit. The role serves as the primary communication hub in the nursing station, interacting with patients, visitors, staff, other departments, and physicians, while also assisting staff nurses in patient treatment and care according to hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage front‑desk and secretarial functions on the unit.
• Act as the focal communication source for patients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• Assist staff nurses with patient treatment and care activities.
• Assess patient data and interpret information to address age‑specific needs.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to hospital policies.
• Utilize the Cerner Electronic Medical Record system for documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure coordinated patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the State of Indiana.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of patient care and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Effective teamwork and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems (Cerner).

Schedule

PRN, nights, 12‑hour shifts.