nursing unit clerk

University of Iowa

<div>
 University of Iowa Health Care&mdash;recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States&mdash;is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. &reg;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a Nursing Unit Clerk to assist members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in in-patient and out-patient care areas. Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Communicates and interacts with patients, visitors, and other health care professionals in an effective manner and maintains positive, cooperative relationships
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilizes and maintains electronic communication systems to ensure communication among the health care team members and patients/families, including text pagers, locator badges, wireless phones, and other new systems
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides information and direction to health care personnel and visitors coming to the unit, answers the telephone; takes and delivers messages and assists in keeping White Boards updated at least daily as appropriate
  </li>
  <li>
   Helps to answer call lights, maintain call-light system, and relay information in a timely manner to appropriate team members
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficient in navigating web-based resources and using online clinical and business applications
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintains accurate census information; (e.g., timely ADT entry into IDX, Premise bed board activities, correct level of accommodation charges, and census reconciliation)
  </li>
  <li>
   Processes patient charges including batching charges in a timely manner, as appropriate
  </li>
  <li>
   Notifies appropriate health care professionals of a patient admission and prepares the required forms with patient identification information
  </li>
  <li>
   Completes and maintains hospital and nursing records
  </li>
  <li>
   Uses appropriate medical terminology and symbols, i.e. verbal, written and electronic
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists health care providers in scheduling patient tests and appointments
  </li>
  <li>
   Practices standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists staff during emergencies, and other patient cares and services as directed
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintains a process for ordering, obtaining, and storing supplies that is cost effective and meets unit needs
  </li>
  <li>
   Participates in unit staff meetings and in-services
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs other projects or tasks as assigned
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Aptitudes Required In Order To Perform Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Work in an environment with conflicting demands and/or priorities and rushed and/or urgent timelines
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage multiple assignments and provide quick reaction and immediate response to emergencies
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain attention to detail over extended period of time and continually be aware of variations in changing situations
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong communication skills and a tolerance for an active work environment with potential for negative behavior
  </li>
  <li>
   Work well with all levels and types of people
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Percent of Time
 </strong>
 : 60%
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Schedule
 </strong>
 : 12 hour shifts, weekend night, Friday/Saturday 1900-0730, holidays as assigned
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Location:
 </strong>
 John Pappajohn Pavilion (JPP)
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Rotations:
 </strong>
 Holidays assigned
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Merit Pay Plan
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Pay Differentials
 </strong>
 : Shift differentials for evening and night.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Benefits Highlights
 </strong>
 : Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants. https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
 <br/>
 <br/>
 For more information about Why Iowa?, click here
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Required Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Graduation from high school and any combination of clerical experience, health care experience and/or post high school education which totals one year, or
  </li>
  <li>
   Any combination of clerical experience and/or health care experience which totals two years.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Desired Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Preferred candidates will possess: 6 months of clerical experience, public contact/customer service experience, medical terminology knowledge, proficiency in MS Word, and proficiency in MS Excel. Excellent communication skills
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Please attach a resume as part of the application process.
 </strong>
 Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Morgan Schipper at morgan-finnegan@uiowa.edu
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Additional Information
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Classification Title: Nursing Unit Clerk
  </li>
  <li>
   Appointment Type: Merit
  </li>
  <li>
   Schedule: Part-time
  </li>
  <li>
   Work Modality Options: On Campus
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Compensation
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Pay Level: 5
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Contact Information
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Organization: Healthcare
  </li>
  <li>
   Contact Name: Kiley Skay
  </li>
  <li>
   Contact Email: kiley-skay@uiowa.edu
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Nursing Unit Clerk - Postpartum & Newborn Unit (7JPP) - 60% Weekend Night

<div>
 University of Iowa Health Care&mdash;recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States&mdash;is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. &reg;
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a Nursing Unit Clerk to assist members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in in-patient and out-patient care areas. Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Communicates and interacts with patients, visitors, and other health care professionals in an effective manner and maintains positive, cooperative relationships
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilizes and maintains electronic communication systems to ensure communication among the health care team members and patients/families, including text pagers, locator badges, wireless phones, and other new systems
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides information and direction to health care personnel and visitors coming to the unit, answers the telephone; takes and delivers messages and assists in keeping White Boards updated at least daily as appropriate
  </li>
  <li>
   Helps to answer call lights, maintain call-light system, and relay information in a timely manner to appropriate team members
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficient in navigating web-based resources and using online clinical and business applications
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintains accurate census information; (e.g., timely ADT entry into IDX, Premise bed board activities, correct level of accommodation charges, and census reconciliation)
  </li>
  <li>
   Processes patient charges including batching charges in a timely manner, as appropriate
  </li>
  <li>
   Notifies appropriate health care professionals of a patient admission and prepares the required forms with patient identification information
  </li>
  <li>
   Completes and maintains hospital and nursing records
  </li>
  <li>
   Uses appropriate medical terminology and symbols, i.e. verbal, written and electronic
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists health care providers in scheduling patient tests and appointments
  </li>
  <li>
   Practices standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists staff during emergencies, and other patient cares and services as directed
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintains a process for ordering, obtaining, and storing supplies that is cost effective and meets unit needs
  </li>
  <li>
   Participates in unit staff meetings and in-services
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs other projects or tasks as assigned
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Aptitudes Required In Order To Perform Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Work in an environment with conflicting demands and/or priorities and rushed and/or urgent timelines
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage multiple assignments and provide quick reaction and immediate response to emergencies
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain attention to detail over extended period of time and continually be aware of variations in changing situations
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong communication skills and a tolerance for an active work environment with potential for negative behavior
  </li>
  <li>
   Work well with all levels and types of people
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Percent of Time
 </strong>
 : 50%
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Schedule
 </strong>
 : Varied, 8 hr/12 hr shifts, day/evening shifts, up to every other weekend, holidays as assigned
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Location:
 </strong>
 John Pappajohn Pavilion (JPP)
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Rotations:
 </strong>
 Holidays assigned
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Merit Pay Plan
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Pay Differentials
 </strong>
 : Shift differentials for evening and night.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Benefits Highlights
 </strong>
 : Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants. https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
 <br/>
 <br/>
 For more information about Why Iowa?, click here
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Required Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Graduation from high school and any combination of clerical experience, health care experience and/or post high school education which totals one year, or
  </li>
  <li>
   Any combination of clerical experience and/or health care experience which totals two years.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Desired Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Preferred candidates will possess: 6 months of clerical experience, public contact/customer service experience, medical terminology knowledge, proficiency in MS Word, and proficiency in MS Excel. Excellent communication skills
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Please attach a resume as part of the application process.
 </strong>
 Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Morgan Schipper at morgan-finnegan@uiowa.edu
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Additional Information
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Classification Title: Nursing Unit Clerk
  </li>
  <li>
   Appointment Type: Merit
  </li>
  <li>
   Schedule: Part-time
  </li>
  <li>
   Work Modality Options: On Campus
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Compensation
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Pay Level: 5
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Contact Information
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Organization: Healthcare
  </li>
  <li>
   Contact Name: Kiley Skay
  </li>
  <li>
   Contact Email: kiley-skay@uiowa.edu
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Nursing Unit Clerk - Postpartum & Newborn Unit (7JPP) - 50% Day/Evening

American Advanced Management, Inc

<div><p><b>POSITION SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
Provides clerical and receptionist duties in the nursing unit, utilizing exemplary computer and communications skills. Transcribes provider orders. Watches telemetry monitors, alerting nursing staff to alarms and changes. Receives, greets and interacts with all Dameron customers promoting a positive collaborative atmosphere. Must be able to perform supportive duties to facilitate nursing operations and patient satisfaction within the medical-surgical and telemetry units subject to reasonable accommodations.<b> This is a union position.</b></p><p>
</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</b><br>
<b>CUSTOMER SERVICE</b><br>
1. Receives, greets and directs visitors, patients, physicians, business partners and other coworkers on the unit utilizing
<br>
AIDET, service excellence and code of conduct principles.<br>
2. Participates actively in orientation and on-the-job training and support of assigned staff and newly hired personnel
<br>
and students.<br>
3. Provides methodology for dissemination of information providing opportunities for discussion of division problems,
<br>
and orientation of new projects or procedures, as assigned.<br>
4. Performs all tasks demonstrating service excellence to all customers (staff, physicians, visitors, patients).<br>
5. Assists in timely meeting of patient needs by programming WestCom system and answering call light system and
<br>
forwarding pages to clinical staff.</p><p>
</p><p><b>KNOWLEDGE-BASED PRACTICE</b><br>
1. Maintains proficient knowledge of essential computer systems, including, but not limited to: MedSeries, PharmPro,
<br>
Easy ID, Siemens, ChartMaxx, ADT, Dameron Intranet, Lawson Supply Ordering, WestCom, McKesson, office
<br>
supply ordering system and Excel.<br>
2. Participates in educational programs, in-service meetings, team conferences (huddles) and staff meetings.<br>
3. Maintains telemetry monitoring competency by passing basic rhythm identification competency every six (6) months.<br>
4. Maintains awareness and participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) within unit to ensure a safe patient
<br>
environment.<br>
5. Able to prioritize tasks when faced with multiple requests and demands</p><p><b>
NURSES STATION: DAILY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</b><br>
1. Provides telemetry monitoring support under direction of nursing staff.</p><ul><li>
Ensures patients&rsquo; telemetry monitors are transmitting properly and contacts staff to adjust.</li><li>
Ensures telemetry alarms are on at all times, functioning appropriately, reporting any problems to nurse.
</li><li>Watches telemetry monitors, notifying nurse of alarms and rhythm changes.</li><li>
Prints rhythm strips at beginning of shift and every 8 hours, and more frequently as requested or during emergency.</li><li>
Ensures that telemetry boxes remain on the nursing unit when patient leaves the unit for test or procedure and upon patient discharge or transfer.</li></ul><p>
2. Utilizes fax machines accurately to internal and external numbers.</p><p>
3. Communicates census changes</p><ul><li>
Updates Nursing Assignment Board, assignment hard copy and patient room assignment lists to reflect admissions, transfers and discharges.</li><li>
Maintains discharge log.
</li><li>Enters discharges within 30 minutes of departure into hospital bed board</li><li>
Communicates discharges to bed control and housekeeping staff</li></ul><p>
4. Processes chart orders according to policy.</p><ul><li>
Accurately processes chart orders appropriate to unit requirements utilizing computer ordering system and scanner.</li><li>
Communicates orders to nurse and appropriate departments in accordance with written order.</li><li>
Accurately enters orders onto medication administration record</li><li>
Communicates newly received orders to nursing staff.</li><li>
Signs off orders with legible signature, date and time.</li><li>
Flags chart for co-signatures</li></ul><p>
5. Maintains medical record.</p><ul><li>
Assembles charts preparing for admission, surgery, and transfers and disassembles charts promptly after discharge.</li><li>
Files dictated reports, laboratory test results and mounted rhythm strips (Unit Specific) in charts in timely manner.</li><li>
Maintains patient charts by thinning and adding forms, especially Physician order forms and progress notes, as needed</li><li>
Performs quality assurance on charts to ensure that labels are placed on any chart form with documentation on it and that forms are filed in the correct location, in the correct chart.</li></ul><p>
6. Ensures that nursing unit has adequate supplies
</p><ul><li>Communicates supply shortages to clerk responsible for ordering.</li><li>
Empties pneumatic tube deliveries timely, preventing tubes from overflowing.</li></ul><p>
7. Maintains a safe and organized work environment</p><ul><li>
Assists in keeping desk, counter surfaces and hallways free of clutter.</li><li>
Reports equipment or conditions that need repair</li></ul><p>
8. Utilizes proper down time procedures</p><p><b>
PROVIDES ADDITIONAL PATIENT CARE SERVICES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:</b><br>
1. Delivers non-narcotic medications, orders and requisitions to appropriate destinations.<br>
2. Delivers or receives specimens, cultures and blood transfusion products timely while observing maximum allowed
<br>
transport time.<br>
3. Schedules ground transportation for patients<br>
4. Transports patients in wheelchair or conveyance to location within the hospital when needed.</p><p><b>
DEMONSTRATES COMMITMENT TO UNIT, DEPARTMENT AND HOSPITAL</b><br>
1. Communicates appropriately and effectively to support the department mission.<br>
2. Willingly performs other duties as assigned or requested.</p><p><b>
COMPLIANCE</b><br>
1. Adheres to all Dameron Hospital Association policies and procedures including but not limited to, the hospital Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, safety rules, Joint Commission standards, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regulations and any other regulatory agency.<br>
2. Acts in compliance with confidentiality and privacy laws.</p><ul><li>
Screens telephone calls and visitor requests for patient information to protect patient confidentiality</li><li>
Restricts access to patient information in charts and computers.</li></ul><p>
3. Performs all tasks demonstrating service excellence to both staff and customers.<br>
4. Demonstrates, supports, and models the mission, vision, values and code of conduct of the Nursing Department and
<br>
Dameron Hospital Association.</p><p>
</p><p>FTE 0.3 - (12HR SHIFTS) - variable shift</p><p><b>
Education:</b></p><ul><li>
High school graduate or equivalent required, AA or BA or BS degree preferred. Medical terminology, symbols and abbreviation course, or proof of competency</li></ul><p><b><br>
Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Previous Unit Clerk experience preferred
</li><li>Mininum of one year of hands-on experience directly related to customer services.
</li><li>Must have computer skills and have experience with data entry and order entry programs.
</li><li>Must have good organizational skills and the ability to detect and avoid errors.
</li><li>Must be able to type and use a computer keyboard efficiently and effectively.</li></ul><p><b>
Licenses/Certificates:
</b></p><ul><li>Current BLS Certification through AHA required</li><li>
National Association certification (NAHUC) preferred</li></ul><p>
Competency Requirement:</p><ul><li>
Arrhythmia Recognition - proof of current competency upon hire/transfer</li></ul></div>

HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR (ICU - PD)

Tucson Medical Center

<div><div><p><b>SUMMARY</b>:</p><p>
This position is a hybrid role transitioning between a Patient Care Technician and a Unit Clerk. As a Patient Care Technician responsible for direct patient care services on a specific unit under the supervision of an RN or Case Manager. Provides personal care and assists with the implementation of selected portions of a care plan including respiratory services, rehabilitation services, and phlebotomy under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse. As a Unit Clerk responsible for the coordination of clerical and hospital functions on assigned patient care or technical unit. Receives admitted patients, initiates patient files, takes action on doctors&rsquo; orders, processes discharges, transfers and expirations, and prepares hospital reports. Provides general staff support by assisting with patient scheduling and/or preparation, standard computer inquiries, and other routine tasks. Maintains supply levels for units and reports unit needs for housekeeping, hospitality and maintenance services.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b>:</p><p>
Patient Care Technician:</p><p>
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times, including patient information, proprietary information and personnel information.</p><p>
Formulates and implements accurate and timely care.</p><p>
Takes care of the body after death.</p><p>
Assists patients with activities of daily living.</p><p>
Takes vital signs, weighs patients, and collects routine urine specimens; cleans catch specimens, stool specimens, and sputum specimens.</p><p>
Maintains patient safety and infection control standards; promotes a safe therapeutic environment that allows for the delivery of high-quality patient care.</p><p>
Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and discharges; monitors and restocks supplies.</p><p>
Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures.</p><p>
Performs EKGs</p><p>
Promotes a safe, therapeutic environment.</p><p>
Documents and reports outcome of patient care activities; charts observations and vital signs on assigned patients in legible, accurate, and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures.</p><p>
Checks equipment, supplies, and accessories on a regular basis; notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and repairs needed.</p><p>
Participates in the orientation of new program personnel and in the ongoing in-service education of the team.</p><p>
Performs finger sticks.</p><p></p><p><br>
Unit Clerk:</p><p>
Exhibits excellence in customer service through appropriate attitude and interaction with all patients, visitors and staff.</p><p></p><p><br>
Performs receptionist duties for patient care or technical area; receives, initiates, and directs telephone calls and messages.</p><p>
Assists visitors, staff, and patients by providing directions to hospital locations or calling for an escort when necessary.</p><p>
Participates in quality initiatives.</p><p>
Operates a personal computer, calculator, FAX machine, copy machine, scanner and related office machinery.</p><p>
Receives and dispatches communications, via phone, intercom, Vocera, fax and mail.</p><p>
Receives messages, flowers, newspapers, and other items and notifies appropriate personnel; verifies that patient has not been discharged and returns flower deliveries for discharged patients; delivers or arranges for the delivery of items to patients and appropriate personnel.</p><p>
Facilitates radiological procedures in accordance with protocol and assists patients and radiology staff in accordance with established patient care protocols.</p><p>
May also serve as an instructor to other Unit Clerks; provides orientation and guidance as needed and assists in orientation of other department personnel.</p><p>
Processes and maintains records of admissions, transfers, discharges, and deaths.</p><p>
Orders supplies and services as directed.</p><p>
Schedules appointments, surgeries, lab collections and/or other procedures; notifies patients, patient family, or appropriate departments of dates, times, or any changes.</p><p>
Archives and copies image data as requested and transfers images to computer applications.</p><p>
Assists with the transport of patients when necessary.</p><p>
Assists clinical staff as needed.</p><p>
Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.</p><p>
Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.</p><p>
Performs related duties as assigned.</p><p></p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></h5><p></p><p><b><br>
EDUCATION: </b>High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.</p><p><b>
EXPERIENCE:</b><b> </b>One (1) year of patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting; or no experience if completed one semester of clinicals in an acute care setting in an accredited nursing program, or completed a formal Patient Care Tech (PCT) program, or obtained a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, or obtained a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure.</p><p><b>
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION</b><b>:</b> Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Additional certifications may be required per department.</p><p><b>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</b></p><ul><li> Knowledge of patient care protocols and practices.</li><li> Knowledge of general patient care practice, methods and regulations.</li><li> Knowledge of patient privacy regulations.</li><li> Knowledge of appropriate customer service interaction skills as it relates to greeting and assisting by phone or in person.</li><li> Skill in attending to patients with care and attention to needs.</li><li> Skill in assisting with more complex patient care programs.</li><li> Skill in multi-tasking and setting priorities so the most critical are performed first</li><li> Ability to recognize a patient in distress and follow directions to get assistance.</li><li> Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.</li><li> Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence.</li><li> Ability to listen and accurately interpret others&rsquo; communication or instructions to take appropriate action.</li><li> Ability to speak effectively in front of doctors, nurses, staff and the general public.</li><li> Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.</li><li> Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.</li><li> Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.</li><li> Applicants must have basic computer familiarity and experience and the ability to operate office equipment, calculator, FAX machine, copy machine, scanner and changing technology in performing assigned duties.</li><li> Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.</li></ul></div></div><p></p>

Patient Care Tech/ Unit Clerk

Tenet Healthcare

<div><p><b>DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital </b>is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
</p><p><b>Benefits Statement</b></p><div>
At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That&rsquo;s why we offer more than a job &ndash; we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
<br>
<ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li><li>Generous paid time off (PTO)
</li><li>Career development and continuing education opportunities
</li><li>Health savings accounts, healthcare &amp; dependent flexible spending accounts</li><li>Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program</li><li>Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder &amp; childcare, auto &amp; home insurance.</li></ul></div><p>
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status</p><p><b>
Job Summary</b></p><p>
Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of clerical, reception, logistical, customer service and sitter duties for assigned patient care service or nursing unit. Operates on-line computer terminal to transcribe orders and enter/retrieve/correct patient information. As required by patient population, reviews patient telemetry monitors.</p><p>
May perform other duties in support of unit which may be included below as well as other duties which may not be listed.</p><p><b>
General Duties</b></p><ul><li><p>
Unit Maintenance and Clerical Support</p><ul><li><p>
Manages paper medical record processes (assembly, thinning, disposition with patient movement through clinical areas), forwards to HIM at discharge in appropriate format.</p></li><li><p>
Performs general straightening and organization of patient care environment (nursing station, conference rooms, bulletin boards, visitor areas, and so forth.)</p></li><li><p>
Orders stock and maintains inventory of supplies (office and patient care).</p></li><li><p>
Has knowledge of most current downtime policy and performs downtime processes as delegated. Makes available the appropriate forms needed during IS system downtimes, ensures those forms are labeled and placed into the paper medical record; prepares downtime requisitions as required; notifies consults verbally or via phone; communicates other orders to appropriate departments as needed.</p></li><li><p>
Maintains unit log requisition and equipment books.</p></li><li><p>
Files and stores records as delegated.</p></li><li><p>
Picks up and returns equipment/supplies from other units, as requested.</p></li><li><p>
Enters all work order requests into Tool Time. Reports to next shift any outstanding requests.</p></li><li><p>
Replaces toner and paper in printer and fax as needed.</p></li><li><p>
Enters CIS requests as directed. Orders and maintains par level of unit/office supplies as directed.</p></li><li><p>
Collects and records data (clinical and non clinical, such as Core Measures, Restraints, PI, audits and so forth).</p></li><li><p>
Prepares and copies paper chart as directed for discharge or transfer.</p></li><li><p>
Verifies unit census as directed (LINK) and discharges patients from LINK when appropriate.</p></li><li><p>
Performs errands to and from various areas such as blood bank, CSP, Lab, Dietary and so forth.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Technology Maintenance</p><ul><li><p>
Reboots designated programs, such as Wireless on Wheels (WOWs).</p></li><li><p>
Counts/ensures security of hardware/devices.</p></li><li><p>
Charges wireless phones, handheld devices and Wireless on Wheels devices.</p></li><li><p>
Reboots PCLA and checks for current information.</p></li><li><p>
Reboots PC&rsquo;s on unit.</p></li><li><p>
Manages Telemetry equipment as directed by accounting for presence or absence of equipment through unit specific activities such as counting units and logging counts.</p></li><li><p>
Notifies appropriate clinical personnel of telemetry alarms as directed and according to unit protocol.</p></li><li><p>
Ensures office equipment is in working order.</p></li><li><p>
Opens help desk tickets and enters Tool Time requests.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Customer Service</p><ul><li><p>
Participates in Patient Courtesy Rounds as assigned.</p></li><li><p>
Greets visitors and families.</p></li><li><p>
Orients Patients and Families to patient room/environment.</p></li><li><p>
Answers call lights.</p></li><li><p>
Answers phones.</p></li><li><p>
Prepares/sends thank you cards for discharged patients.</p></li><li><p>
Schedules follow-up or discharge appointments for patients.</p></li><li><p>
Assists with First Fill Program.</p></li><li><p>
Maintains patient (DC) discharge log.</p></li><li><p>
Supports the Customer Service survey process at patient discharge.</p></li><li><p>
Orients new staff.</p></li><li><p>
Arranges transportation at discharge when needed; maintains cab vouchers/bus tickets.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Patient Care Support</p><ul><li><p>
Monitors PAL: notifies nursing staff of stat and new orders.</p></li><li><p>
Assists physicians and other prescribers with EMR and CPOE.</p></li><li><p>
Monitors Telemetry equipment.</p></li><li><p>
Performs errands as assigned.</p></li><li><p>
Performs Helping Hands assistance to patients by answering call lights and responding to simple patient requests (i.e. delivering box of tissues or face towel to patient.)</p></li><li><p>
Assists with Medical Records copying process as necessary.</p></li><li><p>
Arranges for transportation of patients to various inpatient departments/appointments at Non-DMC facilities.</p></li><li><p>
Schedules diagnostic testing.</p></li><li><p>
Pages personnel as requested.</p></li><li><p>
Assists with patient property process.</p></li><li><p>
Labels patient rooms with appropriate information (i.e. name, diet, precautions as determined by patient order).</p></li><li><p>
Maintains Bedside clipboard and appropriate paperwork on the clipboard.</p></li><li><p>
Performs Bed Tracking data entry for bed cleaning.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Unit Business</p><ul><li><p>
Attends in-services as mandated by unit leadership team/designee.</p></li><li><p>
Checks e-mail, reads memos, signs off staff meeting minutes within 14 days of posting.</p></li><li><p>
Attends scheduled Clerical meetings.</p></li><li><p>
Supports Process Improvement Initiatives as determined by unit/site.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Sitting/Sitter Assistance</p><ul><li><p>
Observes and monitors assigned patient(s) behavior.</p></li><li><p>
Accompanies patient(s) for clinical studies.</p></li><li><p>
Documents pertinent data for observations.</p></li><li><p>
Notifies appropriate nursing personnel when necessary.</p></li></ul></li></ul><b><br>
Qualifications:</b><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><b>
Hours will be variable: Days/Evenings, every other weekend required</b></p><p>
1. High school graduate or equivalent.<br>
<br>
2. Previous hospital experience preferred.<br>
<br>
3. Six months of prior job experience where substantial computer usage is significant part of job;</p><p>
OR</p><p>
3 credit hours of computer classes in computer training (keyboarding, navigation, specific applications) or college program;</p><p>
OR</p><p>
Equivalent combination of coursework and experience.</p><p>
4. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred (e.g., completion of medical terminology/transcription course or unit clerk/unit secretary classes, preferred).</p><p><b>
Facility Description</b></p><p><b>
DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital </b>in Oakland County is committed to outstanding customer service and medical care. This hospital features the Harris Birthing Center with all private birthing suites, the Charach Cancer Treatment Center (affiliated with the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center), cardiac services, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient diagnostic care. For emergency services, obstetrics and ambulatory surgery, Huron Valley-Sinai consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the nation.</p><p><b>
EEO Statement</b></p><p>
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant&rsquo;s or employee&rsquo;s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
</p><p>Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.</p><p>
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.</p><p>
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify</p><p>
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations</p><div>
<div><b>
JOB: </b></div>Clerical/Office Support
</div><div><div><b>PRIMARY LOCATION: </b></div>Commerce Township, Michigan
</div><div><div><b>FACILITY: </b></div>DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
</div><div><div><b>JOB TYPE: </b></div>Full Time
</div><div><div><b>SHIFT TYPE: </b></div>Rotating
</div>
<p>Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant&rsquo;s or employee&rsquo;s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.<br>
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.<br>
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify<br>
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
</p>
2406003903</div>

Unit Clerk - Med Surg

Renown Health

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Position Purpose</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>This position is accountable to perform clerical duties, act as unit receptionist, coordinate unit/patient activities with other departments via proper use of the computer and telephone, and maintain an orderly and efficient nursing station.</p><br>
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><p><b>Nature and Scope</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>This position has internal contact daily with personnel from all departments for the purpose of assisting with unit patient flow and requisitioning medical supplies. This position also has contact with physicians, nurses, visitors and patients.<br>
<br>
This position is further challenged to maintain accuracy in transcribing orders complicated by difficulty in reading the physician's orders; communicate effectively with different types of people; function efficiently under pressure and stress and be able to identify and maintain priorities; respond to simultaneous requests from many people and remain courteous and tactful.<br>
<br>
The incumbent assists in procedures to facilitate the proper documentation of the patient care systems from admission through discharge. This position is responsible for the maintenance of unit supplies and interdepartmental communication.<br>
<br>
When necessary, will sit with patients on Suicide/Behavioral watch to prevent harm to themselves or others.<br>
<br>
This position does not provide patient care.</p><br>
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Disclaimer</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><div><div><div><div><p>The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.</p><br>
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b><br>
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Name</b></p><br>
</div><div><p><b>Description</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Education:</p><br>
</div><div><p>Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Experience:</p><br>
</div><div><p>Prior receptionist skills preferred</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>License(s):</p><br>
</div><div><p>None</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Certification(s):</p><br>
</div><div><p>None</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Computer / Typing:</p><br>
</div><div><p>Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.</p><br>
</div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div></div><br>
<p></p>Location: Renown Health &middot; 400111 Medical and Telemetry<br>
Schedule: Full Time - Eligible for Benefits, Night, 1830-0700</div>

Unit Clerk - South Meadows Medical and Telemetry

STHS-Edinburg

<div>Responsibilities:
<div>
POSITION SUMMARY:</div><div>
Provides safe, competent patient-centered care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. The nursing assistant provides care under the direction of the registered nurse. Participates as an active member of the Nursing Team on the assigned unit/department. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.</div>
Qualifications:
<div>
EDUCATION / LICENSURE:<br>
High School diploma, GED or Higher Education preferred.
<br>
Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the facility.<br>
3. Must possess one of the following:</div><ul><li>CNA certificate and/or a certificate of completion of a CNA program and/or PCT certificate</li><li>Medical Assistant certificate and/or a certificate of a MA program</li><li>Current enrollment in an LVN, ADN or BSN accredited school of nursing with successful</li></ul><div>
 Completion of first semester at a minimum
</div><div>4. BLS upon hire and remain current thereafter</div><div>
5. Must be &gt; 18 years of age by the date of hire</div><div></div><div><br>
EEO Statement</div><div>
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div><div>
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.</div><div>
Notice</div><div>
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.</div></div>

Unit Clerk Cert Nursing Assistant FT Edinburg

Search 10000+ Nursing unit clerk jobs near you this April. New roles added regularly across leading industries. Apply today.