Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Clinical Secretary

Tidelands Health • Georgetown, SC

27d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant / Clinical Secretary at Tidelands Health plays a dual role, performing both clerical duties and providing direct patient care services. This position is essential in ensuring smooth operations on the nursing unit by managing communications, assisting patients, and supporting the healthcare team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

• High School Diploma with the successful completion of Medical Terminology course and a passing score on the examination. May substitute 2 years previous specific work experience with medical terminology for the Medical Terminology course certification. (Example: HIM Tech, Paralegal, Medical Biller, Medical Secretary, Patient Access Representative)
• Required or High School Diploma with the completion of approved course of study for Nursing Assistant training or successful completion of fundamentals semester of Nursing school Required
• Certified Nursing Assistant - National Nurse Aide Assessment Program Required
• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire. Recertification every two years is Required

Nice To Haves

• One year Clerical experience or Nursing Assistant experience
• Works with patients, families, physicians, and other health care providers.
• Basic computer and typing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly
• Basic math skills

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties on a nursing unit including answering the telephone and relaying messages.
• Act as a receptionist, receiving and directing visitors and ambulatory patients.
• Provide direct patient care services as assigned by the Clinical Director.
• Assist with patient needs and support the healthcare team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED