Nursing Unit Secretary Per Diem Evenings

Saint Peter's Healthcare System•New Brunswick, NJ

4d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Unit Secretary Per Diem Evenings works in Surgical Unit 3G as the central focus of communication for the Patient-Care Unit. The role coordinates the unit’s clerical functions, helps maintain an orderly workflow at the nurse’s station, and supports communication and coordination among patients, visitors, hospital personnel, and other departments. The secretary also assists with charting, admissions, and discharges, and schedules special patient appointments as directed by members of the health care team. The position requires the ability to read and transcribe physician orders, knowledge of medical terminology, computer skills, and effective interpersonal and communication skills. The listed salary range is $17.50–$17.50 per hour. Saint Peter’s describes a benefits program for eligible employees, with benefits supporting employees and their families.

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.