Head Nurse - Obstetrics directs nursing service activities for assigned patients in the delivery room and birthing units. Delegates responsibilities to auxiliary and obstetrics staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of obstetrics patient clinical records, and writes reports on obstetrics room staff performance and services rendered. Being a Head Nurse - Obstetrics maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Additionally, Head Nurse - Obstetrics requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Obstetrics manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Obstetrics typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Perform secretarial duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures. Duties may include scheduling appointments, billing patients, compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff.
Schedule and confirm patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, or medical consultations.
Complete insurance or other claim forms.
Greet visitors, ascertain purpose of visit, and direct them to appropriate staff.
Transmit correspondence or medical records by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Maintain medical records, technical library, or correspondence files.
Receive and route messages or documents, such as laboratory results, to appropriate staff.
Interview patients to complete documents, case histories, or forms, such as intake or insurance forms.
Operate office equipment, such as voice mail messaging systems, and use word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, or medical records.
Perform bookkeeping duties, such as credits or collections, preparing and sending financial statements or bills, and keeping financial records.
Perform various clerical or administrative functions, such as ordering and maintaining an inventory of supplies
Transcribe recorded messages or practitioners' diagnoses or recommendations into patients' medical records.
Compile and record medical charts, reports, or correspondence, using typewriter or personal computer.
Schedule tests or procedures for patients, such as lab work or x-rays, based on physician orders.
Arrange hospital admissions for patients.
Physician and Provider credentialing assignments
Technology Skills
Office Software — Accounts receivable software; Allscripts Professional PM; Billing software; Intuit QuickBooks, Microsoft 360, Healthcare common procedure coding system HCPCS, McKesson, Henry Schein Dentrix
Calendar and scheduling software — eClinicalworks
Skills
Communication, Active Listening, Service Orientation, Complex Problem Solving, Office Coordination, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Assisting and Caring for Others, Making Decisions, Documenting and Recording Information, Scheduling Work and Activities, Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge, Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Requirements:
High School Diploma
Reliable Transportation
Valid Driver's License
Job Type: Part-time
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Work Location: Multiple locations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $16.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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