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Jobtitle: Nursing Secretary
Overview:
Accesses non-controlled medication storage areas under the authorisation and for the sole purpose of transferring non-controlled medications or assisting other licensed healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities:
Performs clerical activities. Maintains efficient flow of clerical work on the unit. Schedules follow up appointments for patients. Helps meet regulatory compliance standards, (Ex. refrigerator temps, track compliance data, daily BCA checks, safety rounds, appropriate CHL audits, accommodation codes). Enters charges and maintains accurate accommodation codes. Follows up and confirms OR schedule times. Makes sure all high risk patients have appropriate precautionary items and signage. Maintains adequate paperwork concerning patient information (Patient logs, Patient Labels, Transfer/Admission logs) and data collection. Prioritizes incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, email. Maintains files/records. Monitors unit electronic communication. Sends thank you cards to discharged patients. Facilitates communication between disciplines (nurses, physicians, etc.). Maintains proper inventory levels on all supplies and other items necessary for the operation of the department. Collects non-controlled medications, distributing to the appropriate licensed personnel on unit. Requests supplies from portable equipment.
Plays an integral role in maintaining the safety and security of patients and hospital staff. Assists with monitoring patients on and off the unit, ensuring compliance with bed alarm usage, and running bed-safety reports each shift.
Completes all mandatory training sessions, assessments, and credentials required by their department to maintain proficiency and gain essential knowledge.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
Education requirements for this job include a high school diploma or its equal
EXPERIENCE:
Understanding of medical terms and basic computer proficiency are mandatory for this role.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:
REQUIRED
PREFERRED
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