Unit Secretary with CNA Certification

Palmetto General Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto General Hospital in Florida is seeking a unit secretary to perform general secretarial and clerical duties and assist nurses with basic patient care tasks such as delivering meal trays, answering call bells, and preparing rooms before patient arrival.

The role also manages supplies through the IMMS system, conducts inventory, and keeps nurse desk areas organized while ensuring documentation and compliance with certifications.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved program for unit secretaries, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Prior Secretary Tech/CNA experience preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification required.
• Strong computer and typing skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general secretarial and clerical duties and assist nurses with basic patient care such as passing meal trays, water, answering call bells, activities of daily living, and room prep before patient arrival.
• Order and stock supplies via the IMMS system and vendors; conduct inventory/cycle counts; maintain PAR monitoring items for expiration; keep nurses
• desks orderly and order forms and clerical supplies as needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Unit secretary program or equivalent experience

Job description

Palmetto General Hospital in Florida is seeking a unit secretary to perform general secretarial and clerical duties and assist nurses with basic patient care tasks such as delivering meal trays, answering call bells, and preparing rooms before patient arrival.

The role also manages supplies through the IMMS system, conducts inventory, and keeps nurse desk areas organized while ensuring documentation and compliance with certifications.