Nursing Unit Secretary & EMR Coordinator

Vassar Brothers Medical Center; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Vassar Brothers Medical Center is seeking a nursing unit clerk to support the Nursing Float Pool. Under RN supervision, you will handle clerical tasks and non-clinical services to maintain efficient department operations.

You will coordinate patient records, update EMR, prepare discharge paperwork, and maintain clear communication with patients, physicians, and staff. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Basic understanding of office equipment and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient records preparation and maintenance, assembling admission records, patient records, labels and I.D bands.
• Ensure EMR accuracy, enter and update patient information.
• Prepare records for discharge/transfer, copy paperwork, chart breakdown, contact relevant departments.
• Maintain professional phone communication with patients, physicians, and staff; schedule post-discharge follow-ups.
• Support patient flow via electronic capacity management and bed management; update capacity attributes.
• Organize workload; update nursing board; manage census and maintain workspace.
• Float to other units as needed to support efficiency.
• Remain current in clerical practices and attend mandatory in-services.
• Assist with chart audits, bulletin boards, and cost-effective supply management.

Skills

Office basics

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Vassar Brothers Medical Center is seeking a nursing unit clerk to support the Nursing Float Pool. Under RN supervision, you will handle clerical tasks and non-clinical services to maintain efficient department operations.

You will coordinate patient records, update EMR, prepare discharge paperwork, and maintain clear communication with patients, physicians, and staff. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork in a hospital setting.