Medical Unit Secretary & Patient Care Tech

Atlantic Health System; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Associate to support nursing staff and physicians in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care assistance, vital signs, daily living activities, and keeping patient areas organized and safe.

The role emphasizes teamwork, efficient unit operations, and compassionate patient interactions within a leading New Jersey health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification preferred.
• CNA certification preferred.
• Prior unit associate or nursing assistant experience in a hospital or medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answering 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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Associate to support nursing staff and physicians in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care assistance, vital signs, daily living activities, and keeping patient areas organized and safe.

The role emphasizes teamwork, efficient unit operations, and compassionate patient interactions within a leading New Jersey health system.