Clerk Nursing

McLaren; Michigan; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren in Michigan is seeking a full-time unit clerk to support nursing operations. You will maintain records, charts, and supplies, and enter orders into the hospital's computer system, ensuring accuracy and timely documentation.

The role emphasizes keeping an organized environment, handling inventory, and following emergency procedures. A high school diploma, Clerk-Nursing training, and BLS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate of Clerk-Nursing course or comparable education/experience.
• BLS certification by American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Completes work assignments during scheduled time while maintaining efficient unit operation.
• Maintains inventory of unit supplies and reorders as needed.
• Enter orders accurately into the computer system.
• Maintains patient records and charts in a uniform, up-to-date manner.
• Adheres to emergency and disaster procedures.

Skills

Record keeping

Computer entry

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Clerk-Nursing course certification

BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Tools

EMR software

Office software

Job description

Position Summary:

Maintains a work environment conducive to efficient unit operation. Maintains accurate and complete records, charts, files, and unit supplies

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Completes work assignments during scheduled time period while maintaining a work environment conducive to efficient unit operation


2. Maintains current inventory of unit supplies and equipment, accepts responsibility for reordering supplies in anticipation of unit needs.


3. Facilitates the resolution of identified problems through factual documentation and reporting.


4. Maintains accurate and complete records, charts, files:

• Admission/discharge charts prepared in a uniform manner


• All patient records properly identified and checked daily for needed forms.


• Past records available on unit


• Current chart copies of Ancillary Service reports maintained


• Surgical charts checked and completed


• Accurately enters orders into computer system

1. Utilizes computer system according to established guidelines and procedures including:
   
   
   
   • Attending required classes and reviews
   
   
   • Demonstrating competence in all computer applications
   
   
   • Assisting with distribution and posting of reports and forms
   
   
   • Identifying and reporting hardware/software problems to appropriate resource persons.
   
   
   
   

1. Adheres to established emergency and disaster procedures


2. Demonstrates competency and knowledge in the utilization of specified equipment


3. Demonstrates competency and knowledge in performing basic and specified skills


4. Assumes responsibility for obtaining current accurate information and expanding knowledge base through utilization of appropriate learning experiences


5. Assists in maintaining a safe unit environment


6. Consistently demonstrates Bay Pride behaviors


7. Complies with Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals


8. Participates in performance improvement activities


9. Performs other related duties as required and directed

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Certificate of successful completion of a course in Clerk-Nursing or comparable education and/or experience


• BLS issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification

Preferred:

• NONE

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time


• Requisition ID: 26003677


• Daily Work Times: 9:00am-5:30pm


• Hours Per Pay Period: 80


• On Call: No


• Weekends: No