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Norwalk Hospital Association

Unit Secretary per diem

Norwalk Hospital Association, Norwalk, Connecticut, us, 06860

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8- and 12-hour shifts, including weekends and Holidays.

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.

Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care.

The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety

Healthgrades - America’s 50 Best Hospitals

U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment

At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we’re not just part of the community – we are its center.

Summary To provide a combination of secretarial, computer data entry, reception and clerical duties at the direction of the Administrative Nurse Manager or Designee.

Responsibilities

Transcription of Physician's Orders and computer skills.

Criteria A: Transcribes Physician's Orders in an accurate and timely manner according to Norwalk Hospital's Policies and Procedures.

Criteria B: Attends computer classes as necessary i.e., Cerner, Synquest and Eclipsys.

Criteria C: Notifies appropriate personnel of STAT orders and accesses lab values when requested.

Criteria D: Calls department for facilitation of transcribed orders when appropriate.

Record Maintenance.

Criteria A: Prepares, ED records in an accurate and timely manner.

Criteria B: Maintain adequate supply of ED paperwork.

Criteria C: Processes Emerge data, charges and discharge records according to ED standards.

Communication.

Criteria A: Communicates effectively and courteously with patients, visitors, and coworkers within scope of responsibilities. Identifies unit and self when answering phone.

Criteria B: Uses a Windows-based computer system competently.

Criteria C: Assists the RN in care delivery by providing accurate and timely processing of communications. Relays information to appropriate person in a timely manner.

Occupational and Personal Responsibilities.

Criteria A: Demonstrates compliance with identified policies and procedures in carrying out ED Express Care assignments (on call list, maintenance of data, and medical terminology knowledge).

Criteria B: Demonstrates willingness to assist with and improve unit operations.

Criteria C: Maintains neat and orderly appearance and environment.

Criteria D: Completes all competencies and annual requirements as established. Maintains personal educational record.

Equipment and Supplies.

Criteria A: Monitors, orders, and oversees maintenance of equipment and supplies in a proper, orderly and cost‑effective manner (paperwork, food supply list, copier/fax equipment and office supplies).

Criteria B: Contacts appropriate departments as directed by Manager/designee for needed services on ED and Express Care nursing unit.

Policy and Procedure.

Criteria A: Assists in QA studies as assigned by the Nurse Manager/designee.

Criteria B: Maintains and updates telephone listings, on‑call list, MD called list and trauma list.

Criteria C: Participates in ED/Express Care staff meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

Education HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information

Required:

High School Graduate or equivalent. Previous secretarial/computer experience preferred with Windows based computer system. Hospital or other health care setting experience.

Minimum Experience:

zero to six months

Desired:

(none specified)

Working Conditions

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coordination & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 350

Department: Emergency Department

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $17.00 - $28.50 Hourly

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