Unit Ward Clerk

Stillwater Post Acute; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stillwater Post-Acute in El Cajon, CA seeks a Unit Clerk to support the Director of Nursing and Unit Managers. You will coordinate admissions, maintain resident records, and organize nursing station documentation to ensure accurate record management throughout each resident's stay.

The ideal candidate holds a current CNA license, excels in verbal and written communication, and demonstrates strong customer service with telephone etiquette. Collaborative teamwork is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Current CNA license required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassion for the elderly and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions, complete checklists, and assist with tours for prospective admissions.
• Maintain and organize resident medical records and nursing station charts; file clinical documentation.
• Monitor physician orders and prepare transfer/referral paperwork.
• Serve as a liaison between Nursing and other departments while protecting resident confidentiality.
• Follow facility safety guidelines and emergency procedures; discharge paperwork as needed.

Skills

CNA licensed

Verbal communication

Written communication

Phone etiquette

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Stillwater Post-Acute, located in El Cajon, is a premier post-acute care facility with 256 beds, dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care that promotes recovery and enhances residents' quality of life. Our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to independence while helping them achieve their health goals. We offer a wide range of tailored services, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and comprehensive therapy options such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

Position Summary

The Unit Clerk supports the Director of Nursing and Unit Managers by coordinating admissions, maintaining resident records, organizing nursing station documentation, and ensuring accurate and timely record management throughout each resident's stay.

Responsibilities:

• Admissions
  Coordinate the admission process, complete admission checklists, and assist with facility tours for prospective admissions.
• During Resident Stay
  Maintain and organize resident medical records and nursing station charts.
  File clinical documentation, monitor physician orders, and prepare transfer/referral paperwork.
  Serve as a liaison between Nursing and other departments while maintaining resident confidentiality.
  Follow facility safety guidelines and emergency procedures.
• Discharge
  Prepare discharge paperwork and assemble resident records in the appropriate discharge order.
  Perform other clerical and administrative duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• Current CNA license required.
• General office, filing, and record management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassion for the elderly and strong attention to detail.
  We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.