Unit Secretary, Labor and Delivery

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Station Assistant in Jersey City to support the nursing team with clerical tasks and patient interactions during night shifts. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication abilities, and a High School Diploma is required. This part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage with a comprehensive range of employee benefits, reflecting our commitment to employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Community and Volunteer Opportunities

Discounts through partners

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists in clerical and receptionist duties in the nursing station.
• Documents patients’ allergies and maintains confidentiality.
• Ensures accurate patient charting and communicates with nursing staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or delegate, assists in the planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities in the nursing station by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Excellent communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills

Preferred:

• At least with 1year related experience
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift- 11:00pm- 7:00am
• Monday-Friday with every other weekend/holidays
• Part Time/ Night

Essential Functions:

• Always identifies correct patient charts and reports before filing; verifies that all information is correct and takes corrective action when necessary
• Ensures accuracy at all times
• Demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology; asks questions to clarify misunderstandings
• Documents patients’ allergies in appropriate forms
• Ensures a safe environment in aspects of care, equipment and treatment
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information at all times; maintains patient privacy at all times
• Provides assistance to staff in the organized workflow of daily unit operations
• Secures needed unit services as directed such as maintenance, security, housekeeping
• Understands the importance of communication
• Follows through on messages timely and to the appropriate staff member
• Maintains communication with Admitting Department and cooperates with room assignments
• Notifies nurse upon arrival of an admission
• Assists nurses by picking up and delivering, specimens, medications, charts, requisitions, etc.
• To different departments and dumbwaiter as requested
• Identifies and reports potential and actual patient safety issues
• Correctly complies with national patient safety goals and applicable policies as appropriate to scope of practice
• Demonstrates the 4C s of Commitment, Compassion, Competence and Communication
• Promotes patient satisfaction by courteous interaction with staff, physicians, patients and visitors
• Responds to patient and visitor inquiries and comments, referring to appropriate personnel as indicated
• Performs required clerical work relating to the admission, transfer and discharge of a patient
• Hourly round and Answer phone calls and bells
• Keeps unit supplied with all necessary stationery and other supplies at all times
• Participates in economical utilization of supplies and equipment and orders supplies as necessary with cost awareness
• Keep station orderly and neat

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.

These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more!

Salary Range:

$17.18 per hour

The above reflects the anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.