Nursing Unit Secretary

The Good Samaritan Home of Quincy • Quincy, IL

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About The Position

The Nursing Unit Secretary performs clerical support efficiently in accordance with established procedures and supervisor direction. The role supports nursing units by tracking resident admissions, transfers, discharges, hospitalizations, and deaths; coordinating transportation; communicating with facility personnel; assisting residents; and maintaining and filing confidential medical information. The position also includes welcoming and directing visitors, operating office equipment, replenishing supplies, maintaining a clean work area, following safety procedures, and attending mandatory in-services.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Must have adequate sight and hearing, with or without prosthetics, to fully perform the position's requirements.
• Must be able to deal harmoniously with staff, residents, families, visitors, government personnel, and the public.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant and remain calm during emergencies.
• Must have a pleasant personality and be able to work harmoniously with other personnel.

Responsibilities

• Track bed transfers, new admissions, discharges, hospitalizations, and deaths for the assigned neighborhood on a daily basis.
• Assist with new admissions and transfers.
• Communicate with nursing personnel and personnel from other departments.
• Coordinate transportation for residents using Good Samaritan Home vehicles for medical, dental, hearing, optical, procedural, surgical, and emergency room visits.
• Provide directions and information to visitors, guests, residents, and sales representatives while maintaining resident confidentiality.
• Operate a computer as directed.
• Follow established safety procedures and precautions when operating office equipment.
• Replenish supplies in work areas as necessary.
• Keep the work area neat and clean.
• Maintain confidentiality of pertinent resident care information to protect resident rights.
• Observe and follow facility safety policies and procedures.
• Perform unscheduled administrative tasks as directed.
• Attend mandatory in-services.
• Scan and attach medical information in the computer, ensuring confidentiality and that documents are placed in the correct resident file.
• Assist residents with getting to church, home activities, the beauty shop, and other destinations as necessary.
• File medical records in residents’ shadow files and overflow files.

Benefits

• PTO benefits
• Health insurance, including major medical, Blessing Be Well at Work Program, and prescription card
• Referral bonus
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Holiday premium
• Discounted meals
• Safety incentive bonus
• Paid bereavement
• Length of service bonus after 1–5 years

What This Job Offers

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