Unit Secretary - Part Time

Actors Fund Of America•Englewood, NJ

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part time hourly position based in The Actors Fund Home in Englewood, NJ. The shift requirement for this position is 8:30am - 5:00pm Saturday and 5pm - 9pm Sunday and extra hours as needed. The successful candidate must be able to cover assigned shifts as needed, including holidays.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalency certification required.
At least 3 years of experience working in a healthcare facility; long term care experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Excellent organizational skills.
Types at least 40wpm.
Possess effective interpersonal skills in dealing with residents, co- workers, families and various health professionals.
Adaptable to change and able to deal with emergencies.
Ability to work beyond normal scheduled hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Must be able to lift, move, and carry supplies up to 25lbs.
Frequently pushes, twists, stoops, bends, climbs stairs, reaches at above or below shoulder height.
Have an understanding of, affection for, and a desire to work with the aging.

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Screen and direct all incoming persons and telephone calls promptly and accurately answers routine telephone inquiries.
Ensure that the call bell system is answered promptly.
Assist Nursing department in coordinating re-admissions for the Nursing Home by asking hospital/discharging facility for medical records; circulate records to Nursing Supervisor and Pre-Admission group.
Assemble charts for resident admissions and re-admissions; keep charts organized.
Responsible for purchasing and maintaining par levels of medical supplies for the Nursing department and for the processing of invoices; maintains budget for central supply.
Prepare paperwork when 911 is called for a resident; and assists the nurse with any other necessary emergency protocols.
Ensure all discharged charts contain necessary signatures from the interdisciplinary care team Ensure information is as outlined by current Nursing Home guidelines, is included.
Make sure discharged charts are completed, and then scan them to electronic records system.
Assist nursing with scheduling of x-ray procedures, lab pickups and scheduling of doctor appointments for residents.
Maintains the daily staffing book and reports staffing patterns to NJ Department of Health website on a daily basis.