Unit Secretary (Full-Time, Variable)

Job description

Job Title : Unit Secretary Department : Nursing - Emergency Services 8 Location : Rochester General Hospital - 1425 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621 Hours Per Week : 40: Schedule : Days/Evenings/Nights, all shift durations, every other weekend rotation SUMMARY: As a Unit Secretary, you are an integral part of the nursing unit, which relies on your help with communications, process management and supplies. RESPONSIBILITIES: Daily Administration - Answer telephone/route calls, provide administrative support for nurses and physicians, sort and distribute mail; create work orders, HELPSTAR tickets and report any unit requirements to appropriate department; maintain inventory and supply levels for unit. Patient Care - Perform daily rounding of patients on unit, update whiteboards and ensure all safety measures are in place; respond to patient’s call for service as needed; maintain awareness of arrivals and discharges on unit. Documentation - Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: In Long Term Care Only: Certification in NYS as Certified Nursing Assistant (as it applies to Unit Secretaries when performing as Certified Nursing Assis...