Acute Care Unit Secretary | Night Shift

LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing stations and patient care on the night shift. You will organize clerical tasks, transcribe orders, maintain patient charts and collaborate with the care team to ensure smooth unit operations.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, strong communication, and a compassionate, customer-focused approach to patients and families within a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3 years of experience as a Secretary or Unit Clerk in healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensures a safe environment for patients and others while performing priority technical procedures safely and legally.
• Transcribes orders and maintains patient charts while fulfilling receptionist and clerical duties.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to improve patient care and ensure orderly unit operation.
• Demonstrates care and concern for customers, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and seeking assistance when needed.
• Utilizes effective interpersonal communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes and perceptions of satisfaction.
• Enters supply rooms on nursing units as required for job functions, refraining from manipulating intravenous fluids.
• Contributes to continuity of patient care by complying with established hospital and departmental policies.
• Maintains documentation consistent with established guidelines to support patient care continuity

Skills

Interpersonal communication

HIPAA compliance

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Nursing/Medical Science (preferred)

Job description

LCMC Health seeks a Unit Secretary to support nursing stations and patient care on the night shift. You will organize clerical tasks, transcribe orders, maintain patient charts and collaborate with the care team to ensure smooth unit operations.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, strong communication, and a compassionate, customer-focused approach to patients and families within a busy hospital environment.