Unit Secretary/Nurse Support Tech Ortho PRN

Position Responsibilities

• Participates in patient care by requesting, charting and recording patient data in a timely fashion according to hospital policy and keeping the RN informed of pertinent data.
• Transcribes physician orders in an accurate and timely fashion; participates in the patient’s admission, transfer and/or discharge and facilitates rapid notification of Bed Control, Registration and Housekeeping.
• Completes patient admission, transfer and/or discharge in a timely manner.
• Maintains an organized work environment (which may include files, supplies, equipment, etc.) to ensure easy access and physical professional appearance.
• Maintains optimal inventory supplies in an effort to enhance workflow efficiencies.
• Provides secretarial support as appropriate which may include data entry, faxing, copying, scheduling, charting, routine, etc.
• Demonstrates responsibility for own competency/mandatories and annual performance evaluation by maintaining all personal data up-to-date.
• Pays extra attention to patients in high fall risk categories.
• Understands and follows health standards related to risk management, safety and infection control.

Experience

• Medical Experience required.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA preferred.

Special Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in Medical Terminology preferred.
• Knowledgeable in the Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word etc.).
• Must possess excellent customer service skills in person and over the phone.
• Organizational skills required.
• Current BLS required.