Unit Clerk - Nursing Unit - Per Diem

Job description

Position Summary: Responsible for interviewing patients or their representatives to obtain complete patient registration and required billing information, clerical duties, communication, and reception duties. Provides general support (clinical and non‐clinical), and works with other members of the patient care team to deliver care to patients. Education, License & Cert: High School Diploma or GED; Current CPR Experience: Must be knowledgeable in the use of computers. Essential Functions: 1. Recognizes, troubleshoots, and initiates corrective action needed on equipment. 2. Follows hospital and nursing department policies and procedures regarding the care and use of the equipment and supplies. Including following hospital and nursing department policies and procedures during emergency or stressful situations including fire and disaster drills. 3. Orders and maintains clerical supplies, as necessary. 4. Maintains open communication between charge nurse, social work, and care coordination. Including the ability to communicate using telephone, intercom, and computer systems. Answers call bell when time permits. 5. Organizes transportation for patients and maintains log. 6. Communicates...