Unit Secretary, 5th Floor Step Down Unit, Full Time, Night Shift, Job ID # 1874890

Position Summary:Responsible for performing general secretarial and clerical duties, assists nurses in basic patient care needs such as, but not limited to, passing out meal trays & water, answering call bells, activities of daily living, preparing the patient room prior to patient arrival, take specimens to the lab, patient & family rounding, and other duties as assigned by the direction of the unit nurse manager/assistant nurse manager/charge nurse. This position is responsible to order and stock supplies through the IMMS system and office supply vendors, inventory/cycle count, maintaining PAR monitoring items for expiration. Oversees the orderliness of the nurses' desk areas and orders forms and other clerical supplies. Position Qualification:Completion of an approved program for unit secretaries, or equivalent experience preferredPrior Secretary Tech/CNA experience preferredCertified Nursing Assistant certification preferredStrong computer and typing skills.Working knowledge of medical terminology.Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, stressful environment.Required Licenses/Certifications: High School diploma or equivalentCurrent BLS certification form the American Red CrossCommunication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organizationMust clear background and drug test required.