PRN Unit Secretary/Nursing Attendant-Acute Rehab - Day/Night

WellSpan Health; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chambersburg seeks a part-time Unit Secretary/Nursing Attendant. The role involves clerical tasks and patient care support in a dynamic nursing environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and adaptability, with a preference for those with nursing education. Weekend and holiday shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; nursing program preferred.
• Experience in customer service and healthcare clerical work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties as Unit Secretary and assists in patient care as Nursing Attendant.
• Maintains patient charts and communicates effectively with nursing staff.
• Adapts to changes in workload and assists during emergencies.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High school graduate

Graduate of a nursing educational program

Tools

Epic

Computer

Job description

Chambersburg, PA, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 213938
• Job Category Nursing
• Posting Date 05/07/2025, 08:12 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Shift4 - Rotating
• Locations 112 N 7th St, Chambersburg, PA, 17201, US
• FTE 0.001

Job Description

• 17 bed unit
• Utilizes nursing and physical medicine therapies in the trans-disciplinary team approach to family-centered care
• Interdisciplinary approach to Performance Improvement, Education, Policy/Procedure and Delivery of Care
• Resources and support for advanced training and certification in Rehabilitation Nursing
• PRN - will need to work a min of 24 hours off shift per 6-week schedule
• Weekend and Holiday as needed
• Shift and Weekend Differential Eligibility

Position Function: As a Unit Secretary, performs the clerical duties on the patient care unit while functioning as the focal communication source at the nursing station. As a Nursing Attendant, functions as an integral part of the patient care team by performing selected patient care treatments and tasks as delegated by licensed nurse. Is accountable for own action in performing duties as assigned and for which he/she is trained. Included is recognition and understanding of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes unique to the age/population group served on the unit.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Job Class Specifics
Unit Secretary
1.Remains calm, reassuring, and proficient during emergency situations.
2.Readily adapts to changes in workload. Prioritizes work.
3.Receives, places and transfers telephone calls using appropriate telephone etiquette while promoting positive customer service.
4.Assists in orientation of all new staff to unit, demonstrated by being friendly and encouraging, sharing knowledge and skills, and being willing to participate in orientation.
5.Maintains appropriate quantity of forms, materials, and supplies.
6.Accurately records/enters information as required (I.e., patient charges, appointments, etc.).
7.Initiates, assembles and maintains charts for all patients on the assigned unit.
8.Under the supervision of the RN, completely and accurately transcribes physician orders utilizing Epic.
9.Seeks guidance and direction as needed for performance of duties.
10.Advises appropriate personnel of situations requiring attention or follow-up.
11.Maintains chart check to ensure no missed orders (N/A where indicated).
12.Assists during emergency situations as directed by shift charge nurse. Reports any patient problems to a direct care provider immediately.
13.Supports, reinforces, coaches, and assists, as necessary, the physicians in the retrieval of clinical information from the EMR.
14.Maintains patient assignments boards, patient therapy board or tracker.
15.Completes appropriate forms upon patient's death to include calling CORE, notifying funeral home and coroner, when necessary.
16.Demonstrates involvement in unit by attending 50% of staff/committee meetings and in-services for area.
17.Responsible for maintenance and activation of downtime forms during planned and unplanned Epic downtime periods.
18.Expected to float to other Patient Services areas to cover assigned duties as needed.
19.Transports medications within the hospital as requested and needed according to Hospital policy.
Nursing Attendant
20.Demonstrates ability to communicate pertinent information to the primary nurse.
21.Seeks guidance and direction, as necessary, for performance of duties and completion of assignment.
22.Assists and maintains a neat, clean, and safe environment for patients and other nursing staff.
23.Attends 50% of in-services and staff meetings for area.
24.Familiar with duties and performs them independently, accurately, efficiently, promptly, recognizing their importance and relationship to patient care for all age/population groups.
25.Receives instructions and follows directions accurately and in a cooperative manner.
26.Observes changes in patient condition & promptly reports to primary nurse.
27.Utilizes proper body mechanics to prevent injury to self and others. Safely positions, transfers, and transports patients.
28.Assists in maintaining equipment assigned to patient care and reports malfunctioning of equipment to appropriate personnel.
29.Assists in orientation of new personnel to the unit by being friendly and encouraging and serving as a preceptor or "buddy".
30.Recognizes and responds to priorities in the patient care process. Readily adapts to changes in workload and responds efficiently.
31.Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
32.Anticipates unit's needs, and promptly answers/responds to patient call lights, pages, and safety checks.
33.Assists in postmortem care and transports the body to Morgue on occasion.
34.Performs external cardiac compressions to patients during Code Blue activities if required.
35.Transports medications within the hospital as requested and needed according to Hospital policy.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Standards

Education: Formal Education and Training - High school graduate or the equivalent. Graduate of a nursing educational program preferred.

Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Proficiency in the use of computers, fax machine, and related equipment required. Prior clerical experience in health care setting preferred.

Certifications/Licensure: Basic Life Support (BLS)