Unit Secretary Med Surg Medical Unit Nights Port Charlotte
AdventHealth Corporate, Port Charlotte, FL, United States
Unit Secretary Med Surg Medical Unit Nights Port Charlotte
Answers telephones and intercom professionally, taking and relaying messages accurately and promptly. Assembles complete medical records for each patient. Provides printed verification of physician consults, including time, date, and personal information. Acts as a communication liaison for patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Greets visitors and answers telephones with a positive attitude while maintaining security and confidentiality for patients. Clarifies unclear orders with the RN/LPN. Ensures accurate patient location within the computer and promptly removes patients upon discharge. Monitors PALS list and notifies the primary nurse of new orders and pending results every 30 minutes. Serves as a resource for medical and nursing staff regarding the order entry process and may initiate Quality Measure Consoles as needed. Maintains a neat and tidy work area. Other duties as assigned. Conducts customer service rounds, responding to patient requests within the scope of practice, such as providing ice, blankets, pillows, and adjusting room temperature. Initiates work orders and manages unit equipment, including allocation, distribution, and reconciliation. Assists with new patient room setup and orientation, and helps licensed staff with minor transport needs.
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
High School Grad or Equiv (Required), Technical/Vocational School
Pay Range: $15.69 $25.10
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Answers telephones and intercom professionally, taking and relaying messages accurately and promptly. Assembles complete medical records for each patient. Provides printed verification of physician consults, including time, date, and personal information. Acts as a communication liaison for patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Greets visitors and answers telephones with a positive attitude while maintaining security and confidentiality for patients. Clarifies unclear orders with the RN/LPN. Ensures accurate patient location within the computer and promptly removes patients upon discharge. Monitors PALS list and notifies the primary nurse of new orders and pending results every 30 minutes. Serves as a resource for medical and nursing staff regarding the order entry process and may initiate Quality Measure Consoles as needed. Maintains a neat and tidy work area. Other duties as assigned. Conducts customer service rounds, responding to patient requests within the scope of practice, such as providing ice, blankets, pillows, and adjusting room temperature. Initiates work orders and manages unit equipment, including allocation, distribution, and reconciliation. Assists with new patient room setup and orientation, and helps licensed staff with minor transport needs.
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
High School Grad or Equiv (Required), Technical/Vocational School
Pay Range: $15.69 $25.10
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.