RWJBarnabas Health
Unit Secretary, Medical Surgical Unit V
Req #: 0000227699
Category: Clerical / Administrative
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Evening
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Medical Surgical Unit V
Pay Range: $20.42 per hour
Job Overview Assist the Nursing Director and the staff nurses by performing specific clerical functions for assigned areas.
Qualifications Required:
High School Diploma
Preferred:
At least 1 year related experience preferred
Scheduling Requirements
Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm
Monday to Friday with every other weekends/holidays
Full Time - Evening
Essential Functions
Ability to perform assigned clerical duties (conduct environmental rounds, stock supply closet, complete assignment board, answer phones/call bells, print daily census, complete patient rounds, file diagnostic reports)
Answers telephone/intercom in a polite manner and communicates information to appropriate personnel/family
Contributes to the unit's overall patient satisfaction score by doing regular rounding, escalation of complaints and providing service recovery
Performs chart maintenance/chart assembly/chart thinning according to policy
Promotes patient flow efforts by actively participating in patient movement and escalating barriers to management
Promotes patient satisfaction through individual activities as evidenced by feedback from patients and families
Transcribes physician orders
All other duties as assigned
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks
Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.
As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Overview Assist the Nursing Director and the staff nurses by performing specific clerical functions for assigned areas.
Qualifications Required:
High School Diploma
Preferred:
At least 1 year related experience preferred
Scheduling Requirements
Shift: 3:00pm-11:00pm
Monday to Friday with every other weekends/holidays
Full Time - Evening
Essential Functions
Ability to perform assigned clerical duties (conduct environmental rounds, stock supply closet, complete assignment board, answer phones/call bells, print daily census, complete patient rounds, file diagnostic reports)
Answers telephone/intercom in a polite manner and communicates information to appropriate personnel/family
Contributes to the unit's overall patient satisfaction score by doing regular rounding, escalation of complaints and providing service recovery
Performs chart maintenance/chart assembly/chart thinning according to policy
Promotes patient flow efforts by actively participating in patient movement and escalating barriers to management
Promotes patient satisfaction through individual activities as evidenced by feedback from patients and families
Transcribes physician orders
All other duties as assigned
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks
Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.
As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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