Unit Secretary, Labor and Delivery Req #: 0000211422
Category: Clerical / Administrative Support
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Evening
Facility: Jersey City Medical Center
Department: Labor & Delivery
Pay Range: $17.26 per hour
Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: PD Unit Secretary

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Labor & Delivery

Req #: 0000211422

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $17.26 - $17.26 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or delegate, assists in the planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities in the nursing station by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma Excellent communication skillsExceptional organizational skills

Preferred:

At least with 1year related experienceKnowledge of Medical Terminology

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift- 3:00pm-11:00pmPer Diem- as needed

Essential Functions:

Always identifies correct patient charts and reports before filing; verifies that all information is correct and takes corrective action when necessaryEnsures accuracy at all timesDemonstrates a thorough working knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology; asks questions to clarify misunderstandingsDocuments patients’ allergies in appropriate formsEnsures a safe environment in aspects of care, equipment and treatmentMaintains confidentiality of patient information at all times; maintains patient privacy at all timesProvides assistance to staff in the organized workflow of daily unit operationsSecures needed unit services as directed such as maintenance, security, housekeepingUnderstands the importance of communicationFollows through on messages timely and to the appropriate staff memberMaintains communication with Admitting Department and cooperates with room assignmentsNotifies nurse upon arrival of an admissionAssists nurses by picking up and delivering, specimens, medications, charts, requisitions, etc.To different departments and dumbwaiter as requestedIdentifies and reports potential and actual patient safety issuesCorrectly complies with national patient safety goals and applicable policies as appropriate to scope of practiceDemonstrates the 4C s of Commitment, Compassion, Competence and CommunicationPromotes patient satisfaction by courteous interaction with staff, physicians, patients and visitorsResponds to patient and visitor inquiries and comments, referring to appropriate personnel as indicatedPerforms required clerical work relating to the admission, transfer and discharge of a patientHourly round and Answer phone calls and bellsKeeps unit supplied with all necessary stationery and other supplies at all timesParticipates in economical utilization of supplies and equipment and orders supplies as necessary with cost awarenessKeep station orderly and neat

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.

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