Evening Nursing Unit Administrative Support

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center is seeking a Department Support Assistant to handle clerical tasks within the nursing unit and coordinate communication across hospital departments. The role supports smooth patient flow and information exchange in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with hospital IT systems, and adherence to safety and infection control policies. Evening shift 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, with potential holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Uses hospital information systems (EHR) for charting, patient information, and routine documentation.
• Operates communication devices and hospital IT tools to coordinate care.
• Follows safety and infection control policies while handling patient data.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties for the nursing unit, including chart upkeep, multi-line phone coverage, and greeting visitors.
• Maintains and communicates patient information with units and other departments.
• Orders and stocks supplies, tracks forms, and coordinates repair requests as needed.

Skills

Electronic Health Records

Teletracking

Vocera

Hillrohm System

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Teletracking

Vocera

Hillrohm System

Job description

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center is seeking a Department Support Assistant to handle clerical tasks within the nursing unit and coordinate communication across hospital departments. The role supports smooth patient flow and information exchange in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with hospital IT systems, and adherence to safety and infection control policies. Evening shift 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, with potential holiday coverage.