ER Unit Secretary: Fast-Paced Admin & Care Coordination

St Mary Corwin Hospital; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary-Corwin is seeking a Nursing Unit Secretary to support the healthcare team by coordinating, prioritizing, and communicating needs of patients, physicians, and staff.

You will manage essential administrative tasks, facilitate communication, and help ensure smooth unit operations in a fast-paced hospital environment. Ideal candidates possess strong organizational and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing complex administrative tasks

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; additional health/administrative training is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities are essential.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is helpful; ability to read and write clearly.

Responsibilities

• Triages patient call lights and coordinates provider orders with the nursing team.
• Monitors the electronic record for new orders and ensures timely completion.
• Maintains confidential patient charts and coordinates services across departments.
• Performs clerical duties and supports unit operations in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

St. Mary-Corwin is seeking a Nursing Unit Secretary to support the healthcare team by coordinating, prioritizing, and communicating needs of patients, physicians, and staff.

You will manage essential administrative tasks, facilitate communication, and help ensure smooth unit operations in a fast-paced hospital environment. Ideal candidates possess strong organizational and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to managing complex administrative tasks