Ward Clerk- Full Time Days

Loretto Hospital • Chicago, IL

3d

About The Position

We are looking for a Ward Clerk for our Med/Surg Department.
The Ward Clerk will assist the charge nurse in coordinating the flow of patient care maintaining patient records, directing the flow of written and telephone communication, assisting visitors and families, ordering supplies and equipment, coordinating scheduling for test, procedures, transports and transfers and assures for a safe, clean orderly environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Current BLS Certification
• A full working knowledge of clerical skills (filling, phone, copying) and clear, concise communication skills. Demonstrates core competency required for job performance.
• Effective communication skills
• Accurate mathematical calculations are required.

Responsibilities

• Answers phone calls courteously and efficiently, directing or relaying phone messages to the appropriate staff.
• Transcribes designated non-medication physician orders accurately.
• Maintains all medical records with adequate forms, posts lab and X-ray reports, organizes documents in chart correctly.
• Understands and utilizes all functions of the computer system available in the units: admissions transfers.
• Discharges, requisitions, charges, order entry etc.
• Maintains adequate supplies of forms in the unit (flow sheets, consents, restraints forms. standing orders, protocols, progress notes etc.)
• Posts reminders, maintains communication book, logs, and bulletin boards.
• Maintains adequate levels of stock supplies and equipment, anticipating changing demand or altered supply states.
• Assist in cleaning, straightening or organizing of any of the staff space on the unit.
• Instructs visitors and other guest of the unit policies such as visiting hours, access to physician's hours, patient confidentiality, smoking restriction, phone calls, food restriction, etc.
• Completes work orders and follows up with charge nurse and Clinical Director for any malfunctioning equipment, damage or injury to the physical plant, or safety concerns.
• Other duties as assigned
• Understands and adheres to Loretto Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in the Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Ensures that the staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.
• Career Development: Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.
• Work Environment: As a not-for-profit, community-focused hospital, Loretto Hospital is truly a place where patients come first. We are seeking team members who not only support our mission, but who are customer service-driven and who desire to enhance the patient experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees