Unit Secretary M-F 2:30p - 10:30p
About The Position
The Unit Secretary, under the direction of the Clinical Manager/Charge Nurse, Staff RN, or LPN provides indirect patient care. This individual meets the communication needs of the patient/family, departmental staff, and medical staff. The Unit Secretary prepares and compiles medical records, as well as orders and stocks basic office supplies for the unit. It is expected that as needs arise, he/she will be flexible and float to other units. In addition to participating in performance improvement activities, the Unit Secretary works cooperatively with the medical and hospital staff who support the care of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required
- Obtains at least 12 hours of continuing education; a minimum of six hours must be specific to assigned area of nursing
- Experience preferred
- Basic computer experience
- BCLS required, recertification annually
Nice To Haves
- CNA in the state of applicable state preferred
- Health Unit Coordinator certification desirable
Responsibilities
- Meets the communication needs of the patient/family, departmental staff, and medical staff
- Prepares and compiles medical records
- Orders and stocks basic office supplies for the unit
- Flexible and float to other units as needs arise
- Participates in performance improvement activities
- Works cooperatively with the medical and hospital staff who support the care of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients
Benefits
- Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
