Unit Secretary, APR Consulting, Coral Springs, FL
APR Consulting -
Coral Springs, FL,
US
Unit Secretary
Date Posted: 2024-06-15
Job description
Unit Secretary
APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Unit Secretary
Location: Coral Springs, FL 33065
Position: Unit Secretary
Pay Rate: $ 23.33/hr
Duration: 13 weeks
Expected Shift: Day 5 8-Hour (09:00 - 17:30)
Job Summary:
Under close supervision, uses positive interpersonal skills in performing job duties that require interactions with patients, visitors and members of the patient care team. Performs secretarial duties, maintains unit supplies, assists with patient transportation, types unit correspondence and maintains unit and patient records in order to support the delivery of quality patient care.
SUPERVISION:
Reports to: Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
1. Performs receptionist duties for the assigned department.
A. Answers telephone, identifies self and work station per customer service expectations.
B. Receives, documents and routes messages to appropriate person, providing pertinent information: name of caller, extension and/or number, message, time of the call, etc.
C. Maintains current information regarding staff assignments and location, etc.
D. Facilitates admissions, transfers and discharges through timely coordination with charge nurse, housekeeping, admitting clerks.
E. Assists physicians with medical records, obtaining patient data, etc.
2. Facilitates transcription of M.D. and nurse orders.
A. Informs the nurse of M.D. orders.
B. Clarifies confusing or illegible orders prior to acting on the request.
C. Prioritizes multiple orders based on the nurse's direction and/or charge nurse's clarification.
D. Enters orders/requests with accuracy.
E. Provides other departments/offices with complete information.
3. Organizes unit supplies and patient records.
A. Orders and distributes supplies to maintain the proper level as prescribed by the dept. manager.
B. Obtains additional or special-order supplies as requested.
C. Maintains a neat, organized work station,
D. Ensures all pages of medical record are identified with patient's name and medical record number.
E. Organizes and ensures completeness of the medical record at discharge.
4. Demonstrates an awareness of nursing unit, patient and personal safety.
A. Performs patient and unit related errands in a timely manner.
B. Observes and promptly reports any unusual occurrences in equipment, supplies and environment to supervisor and appropriate department.
C. Inventories, orders, receives and ensures availability of supplies, linens and nourishment as needed on the nursing unit.
D. Accurately files, posts and distributes unit related materials.
E. Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the use, monitoring and maintenance of unit supplies.
5. Enhances the daily operation of the nursing unit by demonstrating organizational skills, ensuring availability of supplies, performing unit errands, and assisting with patient transportation.
A. Performs patient and unit related errands in timely manner.
B. Arranges for and/or assists with patient movement/transfers throughout the hospital in a safe and timely manner.
C. Inventories, orders, receives and ensures availability of supplies, linens and nourishment as needed on the nursing unit.
D. Accurately files, posts and distributes unit related materials.
E. Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the user monitoring and maintenance of unit supplies.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently, this job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any
other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Our client is one of the largest Healthcare Staffing Providers in the United States, to be assigned at one of their affiliated hospitals/healthcare facilities.
This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
- Location: Coral Springs, Florida
- Type: Contract
- Job #76816
APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Unit Secretary
Location: Coral Springs, FL 33065
Position: Unit Secretary
Pay Rate: $ 23.33/hr
Duration: 13 weeks
Expected Shift: Day 5 8-Hour (09:00 - 17:30)
Job Summary:
Under close supervision, uses positive interpersonal skills in performing job duties that require interactions with patients, visitors and members of the patient care team. Performs secretarial duties, maintains unit supplies, assists with patient transportation, types unit correspondence and maintains unit and patient records in order to support the delivery of quality patient care.
SUPERVISION:
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
1. Performs receptionist duties for the assigned department.
A. Answers telephone, identifies self and work station per customer service expectations.
B. Receives, documents and routes messages to appropriate person, providing pertinent information: name of caller, extension and/or number, message, time of the call, etc.
C. Maintains current information regarding staff assignments and location, etc.
D. Facilitates admissions, transfers and discharges through timely coordination with charge nurse, housekeeping, admitting clerks.
E. Assists physicians with medical records, obtaining patient data, etc.
2. Facilitates transcription of M.D. and nurse orders.
A. Informs the nurse of M.D. orders.
B. Clarifies confusing or illegible orders prior to acting on the request.
C. Prioritizes multiple orders based on the nurse's direction and/or charge nurse's clarification.
D. Enters orders/requests with accuracy.
E. Provides other departments/offices with complete information.
3. Organizes unit supplies and patient records.
A. Orders and distributes supplies to maintain the proper level as prescribed by the dept. manager.
B. Obtains additional or special-order supplies as requested.
C. Maintains a neat, organized work station,
D. Ensures all pages of medical record are identified with patient's name and medical record number.
E. Organizes and ensures completeness of the medical record at discharge.
4. Demonstrates an awareness of nursing unit, patient and personal safety.
A. Performs patient and unit related errands in a timely manner.
B. Observes and promptly reports any unusual occurrences in equipment, supplies and environment to supervisor and appropriate department.
C. Inventories, orders, receives and ensures availability of supplies, linens and nourishment as needed on the nursing unit.
D. Accurately files, posts and distributes unit related materials.
E. Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the use, monitoring and maintenance of unit supplies.
5. Enhances the daily operation of the nursing unit by demonstrating organizational skills, ensuring availability of supplies, performing unit errands, and assisting with patient transportation.
A. Performs patient and unit related errands in timely manner.
B. Arranges for and/or assists with patient movement/transfers throughout the hospital in a safe and timely manner.
C. Inventories, orders, receives and ensures availability of supplies, linens and nourishment as needed on the nursing unit.
D. Accurately files, posts and distributes unit related materials.
E. Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the user monitoring and maintenance of unit supplies.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school graduation or equivalent, or graduate of accredited unit secretary program.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently, this job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any
other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Our client is one of the largest Healthcare Staffing Providers in the United States, to be assigned at one of their affiliated hospitals/healthcare facilities.
This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!