UNIT SECRETARY
- Prince Frederick, MD, United States
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
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JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
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Job Summary:
• Performs general clerical duties by preparing, compiling and maintaining records on a nursing unit.
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Education:
• Position requires a high school diploma or GED or 0- 6 months equivalent combination of education and experience in related area.
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Registration/Certification/Licensure:
• None Specified
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Experience:
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1-2 years related experience preferred.
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Other Requirements:
• Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.
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Successful completion of Unit Secretary Orientation
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Answers phones, relays /dispatches messages to other staff &/or departments as appropriate.
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Manages central desk area of nursing unit – directs staff, physicians and customers as needed.
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Assists in answering patient call system and contacts appropriate staff person.
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Maintains up-to date unit census.
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Orders supplies under the direction of the unit director.
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Maintains patient records, including preparing and compiling records, filing and copying as needed. Prepares admission charts and breaks down discharge charts in accordance with Medical Record protocol