Weekend Unit Secretary: Patient Care & Coordination

Encompass Health; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Unit Secretary for weekends to support the nursing unit and help ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a community-focused hospital setting.

You will maintain medical records and transcribe orders, while serving as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff and visitors. The role also coordinates tests, transportation, and scheduling to keep the unit running smoothly.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as nursing assistant/CNA required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred.
• Active enrollment in a healthcare program (such as nursing), familiarity with medical terminology, and experience in reading and transcribing medical orders are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling system.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records for patients using appropriate labeling system.
• Accurately/efficiently transcribe medical orders and distributes to other disciplines as needed.
• Act as a helpful resource for patients, families, physicians, and visitors at the nursing station.
• Coordinate unit operations to optimize the delivery of safe patient care.
• Schedule tests, appointments and transportation as needed in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison for inquiries, directing them to the appropriate person for resolution.

Skills

Coordination skills

Communication

Education

CPR certification

Active enrollment in healthcare program

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Unit Secretary for weekends to support the nursing unit and help ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a community-focused hospital setting.

You will maintain medical records and transcribe orders, while serving as a friendly resource for patients, families, staff and visitors. The role also coordinates tests, transportation, and scheduling to keep the unit running smoothly.