Nursing Unit Secretary Per Diem
Saint Peter's Healthcare System•New Brunswick, NJ
•$18 - $18
About The Position
The Nursing Unit Secretary Per Diem works in the Operating Room and serves as the central focus of communication for the Patient-Care Unit. The role coordinates unit clerical functions, helps maintain an orderly workflow at the nurse’s station, manages communications and appointments, and supports patients, visitors, and the Health Care Team.
Requirements
- Ability to read and transcribe physician orders.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Computer skills.
- Interpersonal skills to deal effectively and courteously with diverse hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.
- Good communication and phone skills.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the central focus of communication for the Patient-Care Unit.
- Coordinate clerical functions of the unit, including assisting with charting, admissions, and discharges.
- Maintain organization at the nurse’s station to promote orderly workflow.
- Receive, sort, and organize interdepartmental communications.
- Schedule and coordinate special patient appointments with other departments as directed by Health Care Team members, within an appropriate amount of time.
- Answer call bells and assist as appropriate.
- Answer a high volume of phone calls.
- Welcome and assist visitors to the unit.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Savings accounts
- Voluntary benefits
- Wellness programs and discounts
- Paid life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Adoption assistance
- Back-up daycare
- Free onsite parking
- Recognition rewards
- Fully paid tuition program or tuition assistance program
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