Nursing Assistant (Surgical Acute) / Unit Secretary

Quick Facts

• Role: Nursing Assistant (Surgical Acute) / Unit Secretary
• Shift: Nights
• Schedule: Per Diem/Casual; variable days; weekend requirements once a month

Description

Performs routine patient care support and specialized clerical/administrative tasks for an assigned nursing care unit in accordance with the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Prioritizes information and patient/provider requests in a timely manner while ensuring privacy and safety of patients and information. May also perform department-specific tasks and help orient other staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine patient care and support services on the unit
• Perform clerical and administrative duties per unit standards
• Prioritize tasks, information, and requests within timelines and policies
• Follow local/state/federal regulations, codes, and facility policies/procedures
• Protect patient privacy and ensure PHI confidentiality
• Communicate effectively with patients, families/support groups, and the healthcare team
• Use judgment to handle standard problems using established options
• Work independently and as part of a team in a multitask environment with interruptions
• Collaborate with peers and other staff to achieve departmental objectives
• May perform department-specific tasks and orient other staff

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification
• 1 year of recent relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, and equipment
• Ability to interpret instructions/data (written, oral, diagrams, schedules)
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills; ability to prioritize assignments
• Advanced computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite, EHR, EPIC, and related systems
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment with interruptions
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options
• Ability to ensure privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI)

Benefits

• No additional benefits listed; union position (Yes)
• Pay range: $28.96 to $35.27 per hour (per diem/casual), with starting pay based on experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs