Medical Unit Secretary & Patient Care Support

Atlantic Health System; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Unit Associate/Nursing Assistant to support physicians, nurses, and patients in a hospital setting in New Jersey. The role involves answering phones, assisting with records, and helping with daily patient care activities, with emphasis on safety and patient comfort.

Required is a high school diploma or GED; preferred are CNA and BLS certifications along with prior hospital experience. The position supports a team-based environment and patient-focused care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones, patient call bells, organizing the medical records, greeting visitors and physicians, organizing the unit with forms and office supplies
• Assisting physicians and staff with electronic order entry
• Assisting nursing personnel in direct patient care activities, assisting patients with activities of daily living, measuring and recording vital signs, helping to assure a safe patient care environment and other duties as assigned
• Supporting nursing personnel in providing direct patient care

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

CNA certification

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Unit Associate/Nursing Assistant to support physicians, nurses, and patients in a hospital setting in New Jersey. The role involves answering phones, assisting with records, and helping with daily patient care activities, with emphasis on safety and patient comfort.

Required is a high school diploma or GED; preferred are CNA and BLS certifications along with prior hospital experience. The position supports a team-based environment and patient-focused care.