UNIT CLERK / CNA

HUMBOLDT GENERAL HOSPITAL•Winnemucca, NV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a professional nurse, performs a variety of clerical duties associated with patient care unit operations, tends to the nursing station and central telemetry station.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must be able to read, write, and speak English language in an understandable manner
Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Basic computer knowledge and skills
BLS certification within 6 months of hire
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, family, visitors, and the public
Ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel

Responsibilities

Communicates with members of the health care team, patients and visitors using oral and written means and equipment such as the telephone and intercom.
Labels, assembles, completes, and processes patient’s charts as indicated.
Keeps patient records accurately identified.
Performs clerical duties related to procedures such as admission, discharge, transfer and death.
Attends daily utilization review (UR).
Checks charts and removes nonpermanent reports when permanent reports are obtained.
Disassembles discharged patient records. Scans documents into EMR.
Orders supplies to maintain inventory of the unit’s equipment stock and supplies. Assists with receiving, distributing, and sorting supplies brought to the unit. Prepares requisitions and reports for maintenance repairs.
Copies and faxes medical records/information as requested.
Confirms new diet orders and/or diet changes with the dietary department.
Schedules patient's follow-up appointments as requested.
Maintains daily census reports.
Delivers mail, flowers, etc. as necessary; directs visitors to patient rooms office areas, etc. as necessary.
Demonstrates skill and accuracy in hospital computer application.
Maintains a clean, organized and safe working environment in both patient care and clerical areas.
As a member of the health team will maintain harmonious relationships with unit and co-workers providing support and assistance to co-workers to ensure quality patient care.
Attends 75% of Staff Meetings
Communicates clearly and tactfully with patients and families.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient/staff information.
Demonstrates skill and accuracy in obtaining patient admit information and registering patients in the Emergency Department and Obstetrics Department.
Other related duties as assigned.