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Unit Secretary - Postpartum / Newborn Nursery - West Penn Hospital - Full TimeHighmark Health • Pittsburgh PA
Unit Secretary - Postpartum / Newborn Nursery - West Penn Hospital - Full Time

Unit Secretary - Postpartum / Newborn Nursery - West Penn Hospital - Full Time

Highmark Health • Pittsburgh PA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

:

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Performs secretarial and direct patient care duties for a designated unit. Maintains the medical record, performs direct patient care for all types of patients.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection and all other treatments. (20%)
  • Transcribes orders in accordance with policies and procedures subject to the approval of a licensed nurse. Asks for clarification when necessary. (30%)
  • Performs clerical duties related to admission, transfer and discharge, maintenance of patient activities for the records, interdepartmental communications and unit reception. (30%)
  • Demonstrates effective communication (verbal and written) with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care. (20%)
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

  • High school diploma or GED; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 1 year of patient care and/or administrative experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

  • Previous unit secretary experience or graduate of an approved unit secretary program.
  • Experience as a PCA or EMT.

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