Unit Secretary Per diem

Position Responsibilities Answers and responds to patient call lights/request promptly by informing appropriate staff member of patient's request and ensuring effective resolution. Answers telephone before third ring and relays message to appropriate personnel in a timely manner. Performs all secretarial duties in a timeframe consistent with hospital policies and within time allotted. This includes but not limited to: Maintains and uses appropriate records. admission and discharge sheet, transport log, and assignment sheet. Enters patient information accurately into computer in a timely manner. Maintains Physician call log. Maintains professionalism in greeting and directing visitors; efficiently handling all deliveries and providing information in a competent manner. Operates all equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and/or hospital policy and procedure and assures timely communication of needed repairs to the appropriate department. Keeps Nurse Manager/Team Leader and/or Charge Nurse updated regarding unit issues in a timely manner. Assists in orientation of new nursing personnel as assigned by charge nurse team leader or unit director. Prepares chart and kardex on each patient admitted to the nursing unit including patient labeling of all chart materials accurately inputting nursing orders into the computer system. Keeps chart materials along with associated tabs in order at all times adding necessary forms with patient's name and medical record number as needed. Transcribes physician orders under the supervision of a Registered Nurse alerting the charge/primary nurse to all stat orders or illegible writing and do not use abbreviations. Pulls copies of new orders promptly and scans to pharmacy copy to the pharmacy and the nursing copy to the assigned nurse assuring that patient label is on all copies. Initiates call for service/repair as necessary and informs Nurse Manager. Troubleshoots problems with computer. Minimum Requirements 1-2 years experience preferably within healthcare. High School or GED equivalent plus medical terminology preferred. Benefits We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for selected positions and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Medical Center