Unit Secretary/CNA - Procedural Care Unit (Full-Time, Temporary, Days)
About The Position
The Unit Secretary / Certified Nursing Assistant assists the nursing and medical staff by acting as receptionist, unit liaison, and secretary for the nursing unit. The US / CNA may provide patient care. The US / CNA may perform selected nursing procedures as defined in the Patient Care Standards Manual Nursing Procedure Manual. The US/CNA transports non-controlled medications to and from pharmacy. The US / CNA will perform at least 50% Unit Secretary duties. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, the US / CNA provides a support function to the nurse by coordinating special tasks and assisting where needed. The Unit Secretary / Certified Nursing Assistant collaborates with other members of the patient care team to provide care in accordance with the medical plan of care.
Requirements
- One year experience utilizing clerical, computer and receptionist skills
- Current Certification with the CA Department of Health Services Licensing & Certification Board
- Current CPR Certification
- Management of assaultive behavior training within one year of hire (Behavioral Health only) (department tracking)
- Must demonstrate technical competence.
- Must have knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients, and public.
- Must show sensitivity for the hospitalized patient and family.
- Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment.
- Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Capable of using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite) computer skills for a variety of support functions.
- Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential.
- Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
Nice To Haves
- One year experience in nursing unit or hospital environment
Responsibilities
- Acting as receptionist
- Unit liaison
- Secretary for the nursing unit
- Provide patient care
- Perform selected nursing procedures as defined in the Patient Care Standards Manual Nursing Procedure Manual
- Transport non-controlled medications to and from pharmacy
- Coordinating special tasks
- Assisting where needed
- Collaborates with other members of the patient care team to provide care in accordance with the medical plan of care
Benefits
- $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
- Prescription and dental group insurance
- Retirement with employer match
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
- Extended Sick Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
