Cardiac Unit HUC: Patient Care & Chart Coordination

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support patient care coordination under the supervision of the Charge/Resource RN. The role includes transcribing physician orders, maintaining accurate patient records, scheduling tests, and ensuring timely communication across departments.

Responsibilities cover clerical duties, patient census maintenance, data collection, and adherence to quality and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and medications.
• Good computer skills and excellent communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Prioritize activities and coordinate care under direction of Charge/Resource RN.
• Notify RN or department of STAT orders and coordinate desk communication during codes or emergencies.
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding lab tests and x-ray procedures.
• Transcribe physician orders into computer, Kardex, or requisition forms.
• Schedule patients for special tests or procedures and relay information.
• Maintain and organize patient records, intake/output, charts, and discharge records.
• Coordinate interdepartmental transfers and discharges, and verify consent forms and pending tests.
• Order unit supplies from Central Service or stockroom as needed.
• Maintain census counts and communicate accurate unit information.
• Assist in data collection, QA, statistics, and logbooks; record patient charges.
• Meet performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, and staff development.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth department operation.
• Receive report and monitor patient status as required.
• Identify significant rhythm changes and monitor patients at all times.
• Maintain a log book of key activities.

Connaissances

Good communication skills

Formation

High School Diploma Or Equivalent

Description du poste

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Unit Secretary to support patient care coordination under the supervision of the Charge/Resource RN. The role includes transcribing physician orders, maintaining accurate patient records, scheduling tests, and ensuring timely communication across departments.

Responsibilities cover clerical duties, patient census maintenance, data collection, and adherence to quality and safety protocols.