· Communicates information thoroughly and gives concise report at change of shift. |
· Communicates appropriate information to Charge Nurses , team leaders, Director, etc. as appropriate. |
· Writes neatly and legibly. |
· Inputs data into the computer accurately. |
· Locates and retrieves data from the computer including laboratory, diagnostic imaging and other patient related information. |
· Reports all results of diagnostic studies and lab values as soon as received to the appropriate RN. |
· Informs nursing staff of patient, family or physician needs/requests. |
· Answers Nurse Call |
· Receives and places telephone calls to all hospital departments as needed/requested. |
· Notifies appropriate staff to receive telephone calls. |
· Transcribes physician orders including medications accurately, concisely and enters data into computer or MAR. |
· Checks for and assures patients are properly identified (ID bands, addressograph, etc.) on admission/transfer and as required/requested. |
· Keeps census accurately updated in the computer and on census log sheet. |
· Assembles patient charts, identifies forms accurately, enters appropriate information and maintains an ongoing check for proper identification and dating of forms. |
· Checks and orders stationary supplies and nursing unit supplies at routine intervals and as needed (maintains adequate PAR levels). |
· Maintains a sufficient reserve (PAR) level of patient admission charts and charting forms. |
· Assists with admissions ensuring all necessary equipment on a timely manner ; discharges ; transfers ; deaths ; errands as required and/or directed. |
· Answers Nurse Call system within < 3 minutes, notifies appropriate staff member and follows-up with patient to assure needs are met in a timely manner. |
· Locates staff, supplies, etc. as needed by healthcare team members including physicians. |
· Initiates and follows through with requests for services to effect patient care, environmental cleanliness and safety. |
· Assists patients, visitors and staff without hesitation; if unable to respond to request, seeks appropriate staff member capable of accommodating needs. |
· Directs or takes healthcare team members, patients, visitors, physicians to desired destination in a helpful, courteous and caring manner. |
· Initiates work orders, contacting Facilities Management as appropriate or requested. |
· Contacts Environmental Services for unit cleaning needs and for bed/ room cleaning post-discharge. |
· Keeps Nurses’ Station organized and neat at all times. · Participates in all regulatory education and survey activities. · Sustains time management and accuracy in all given tasks. · Ensures residents account numbers are maintained in order & updated per schedule. |
· Other Duties as assigned. |
Education/Training/Experience:
High school graduate or equivalent
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
General clerical and computer knowledge
Good communication and customer service skills
Bilingual (English/Spanish/Vietnamese/Chinese) required
Licenses/Certifications:
Completion of Unit Secretary Course and certificate- Preferred
Current BLS
Management of Assaultive Behavior (AB 508) (Must be completed within 90 days of hire)
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