Unit Secretary / Supply Clerk

DCH Health Care Authority•Northport, AL

About The Position

Under the supervision of the RN, the Unit Secretary / Supply Clerk assists in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activities occurring in the nursing station by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area. The role supports smooth nursing-unit and patient operations, maintains patient medical records and unit supplies, and communicates information appropriately. The position also follows DCH Health System standards, policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Requirements

Knowledge of or experience with computers and/or computer software.
Approved previous experience in clerical functions or completion of in-service education classes.
High school education or equivalent.
Ability to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

Coordinate nursing unit functions to support the smooth operation of nursing and patient activities.
Assemble, maintain, and disassemble patient medical records accurately.
Demonstrate working knowledge of order entry and transcription of physician orders.
Maintain a well-organized, well-supplied, and clean nursing unit.
Answer telephone and intercom calls, take messages, and communicate messages to the appropriate person using proper telephone etiquette.
Support performance-improvement activities by serving on teams as warranted, assisting with measures, and supporting or implementing improvement changes.
Maintain statistics and logs as required by the unit Manager or Director.
Complete initial and annual competency requirements for the job class.
May observe cardiac monitors and notify staff of alarms, rhythm changes, or patients being off monitor.
Maintain performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
Complete compliance requirements outlined in the Employee Handbook and adhere to DCH Behavioral Standards and DCH Health System policies and procedures.
Perform essential job functions in a manner that promotes the safety of patients, visitors, and employees; identify unsafe practices and take appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards.
Use electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and the intranet.
Perform other duties as assigned.