Nursing Unit Administrative Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Nursing Unit Secretary to support the daily workflow of a nursing unit. You will serve as a liaison, manage communications, prepare and file patient records, and assist with orders and discharge documentation.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic computer proficiency, and 1–2 years of acute care secretarial experience preferred. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Computer proficiency required
• 1-2 years prior experience as a secretary in an acute care setting preferred
• Interpersonal skills and functional competencies preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports the daily workflow of the nursing unit as directed by the RN in Charge
• Acts as a liaison with patients, visitors and hospital staff
• Manages communication systems (phones, call-bells, Careboard)
• Maintains patient records with proper labeling and filing
• Enters physicians' orders into the computerized order entry system
• Assists with discharge and transfer documentation and rounds for patient safety

Skills

Computer proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Nursing Unit Secretary to support the daily workflow of a nursing unit. You will serve as a liaison, manage communications, prepare and file patient records, and assist with orders and discharge documentation.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic computer proficiency, and 1–2 years of acute care secretarial experience preferred. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits.