Oncology Unit Clerk – Patient Care Admin, Per Diem

Carson Tahoe Health; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Carson Tahoe Health in Carson City (US:NV) seeks Nursing Support for the Medical and Oncology Unit on a per diem basis. You will perform clerical duties to support patient care unit operations under nurse supervision, ensuring accurate charting and timely communication.

Required are computer literacy, excellent communication, and BLS within 90 days of hire. CPI not required for this role but may be considered for preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy along with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers within 90 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Communicates with members of the health care team, patients, and visitors using oral and written means such as the telephone and other communication devices.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and adheres to HIPAA laws.
• Accurately stamps, assembles, completes and processes patients charts as indicated.
• Maintains accurate clinical records, documenting information as per hospital policy.
• Monitors electronic and paper charts daily for incomplete histories and unsigned orders and brings issues to the attention of the appropriate team member.
• Prepares forms such as consent with patient name pre-printed.
• Completes requests for non-medical services; notifies nurses via computer printout and lab/x-ray reports.
• Maintains an orderly, clean, business-like environment at the nursing station and surrounding areas.
• Attends mandatory education and staff meetings; maintains education file.
• Ability to act independently and make decisions under stress.
• Work effectively as part of a team with health care providers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal and written communication

BLS within 90 days

Job description

Carson Tahoe Health in Carson City (US:NV) seeks Nursing Support for the Medical and Oncology Unit on a per diem basis. You will perform clerical duties to support patient care unit operations under nurse supervision, ensuring accurate charting and timely communication.

Required are computer literacy, excellent communication, and BLS within 90 days of hire. CPI not required for this role but may be considered for preferred qualifications.