Description
SUMMARY
As a Unit Secretary, you are an integral part of the nursing unit, which relies on your help with communications, process management and supplies.
Job Title: Unit Secretary
Department: Med Surg
Location: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital
Hours Per Week: 36 hours
Schedule: Monday-Friday and every other weekend, 5:30a-6:30p or 6a-6:30p
ATTRIBUTES
- Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
- Excellent communications and organization skills
- Demonstrated experience with PC and office software programs
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Daily Administration. Answer telephone/route calls, provide administrative support for nurses and physicians, sort and distribute mail; create work orders, HELPSTAR tickets and report any unit requirements to appropriate department; maintain inventory and supply levels for unit
- Patient Care. Perform daily rounding of patients on unit, update whiteboards and ensure all safety measures are in place; respond to patient’s call for service as needed; maintain awareness of arrivals and discharges on unit
- Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.
PAY RANGE: $17.25 - $19.89
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
