Nursing Unit Secretary

Saint Peter's Healthcare System•New Brunswick, NJ

About The Position

The Nursing Unit Secretary works in the Intensive Care Unit as the central focus of communication for the patient-care unit. The role coordinates clerical functions, supports charting and patient admissions and discharges, and maintains an organized nurses’ station to promote orderly workflow. The secretary also manages communications, coordinates special patient appointments as directed by members of the health care team, responds to call bells as appropriate, handles a high volume of phone calls, and welcomes and assists visitors.

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 unit clerical functions, including assisting with charting, admissions, and discharges.
Maintain organization at the nurses’ 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 and voluntary benefits.
Wellness programs and discounts.
Paid life insurance.
Generous 401(k) match.
Adoption assistance.
Back-up daycare.
Free onsite parking.
Recognition rewards.
Fully paid tuition program or tuition assistance program.
Some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.