Unit Secretary-Bayshore-Same Day Surgery-Part Time-Days

Responsibilities

• Aids the physician and nurse with a variety of treatments and patient care procedures.
• Reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor and gives a general report on all patients at the end of each shift.
• Reports vital signs and records accurately and within a timely manner.
• Observes, reports and records patient care, symptoms, treatments and reactions following approved policies and procedures of the institution.
• Assists and participates in in-service education.
• Maintains a clean environment in patient rooms and work area.
• Notifies RN of changes in patient condition in a timely manner and documents appropriately.
• Performs and/or assists patients with personal care activities, such as baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene.
• Provides specific patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse and/or other designated individuals.
• Contributes to patient and family teaching while performing procedures as instructed.
• Completes other duties as assigned and demonstrates flexibility with job responsibilities in all areas.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Proficiency with medical vocabulary and general understanding of hospital policy & procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite platforms.
• Completion of a Secretarial course and/or a Medical terminology course (preferred).
• Previous experience as a Nursing Unit Secretary in a hospital setting (preferred).