Nursing Unit Secretary jobs in Round Rock, TX

Nursing Unit Secretary provides secretarial support for all employees within an assigned nursing unit. Maintains and updates patients' records for a given unit. Being a Nursing Unit Secretary performs administrative activities in compliance with all regulations. Requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Nursing Unit Secretary typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Nursing Unit Secretary works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Nursing Unit Secretary typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Unit Secretary
  • AtWork Personnel Services
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY: Provides assistance to the nursing staff by performing clerical and record keeping functions in a hospital with patients ranging in age from 18 years to geriatric.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    § Ability to project a professional image.

    § Displays positive customer service and telephone skills.

    § Knowledge of regulatory standards, compliance requirements and hospital policies and procedures.

    § Strong organizational skills.

    § Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions (Order entry, data entry)

    § Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.

    § Freedom from illegal use of drugs.

    § Freedom from use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

    EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience desirable but not required. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

    CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must maintain current CPR certification throughout employment.

    LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and write legibly in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond to supervisor, manager and/or other staff members.

    MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

    REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form. Ability to prioritize tasks and perform essential tasks first. Asks for assistance or clarification when needed.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily based on five overall skills categories; assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation and teaching/coaching. Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of appropriateness, efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions.

    Job Function Approximate Percentage of Time

    Performs clerical duties to include, but not limited to, scheduling diagnostic tests and

    interdepartmental or external agency consults, utilizing hospital systems to order

    supplies, admit, maintain and discharge patients, and transcribing physician orders

    accurately. Retrieves and evaluates status of diagnostic test/procedure reports; initiates

    and maintains departmental and patient medical records. 25%

    Perform receptionist duties including answering and responding to call lights and phone

    calls in a timely and professional manner; utilizing hospital and department paging

    systems appropriately. 25%

    Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and orderly environment to include, but not limited

    to, stocking office/desk or other unit supplies, reporting and follow-up of maintenance

    issues, establishing/ maintaining orderly physical status of nurse’s station and organized

    systems for the efficient work flow of the unit. 10%

    Monitors and replaces stationary in the patient’s medical record, including thinning of

    charts and posting of labs/other test results in a timely manner, to assure the medical

    record is kept up to date and documentation forms are available for use of clinical staff as

    needed. 10%

    Demonstrates strong people skills and ability to function effectively under stressful

    conditions. 15%

    Communicates with other departments as well as Nursing in coordinating various unit

    and patient activities. Maintains patient confidentiality. 10%

    Performs other duties as assigned or delegated by the RN. 5%

    Additional Responsibilities:

    § Maintain orderly and properly identified medical record.

    § Complete dietary requests. Check diet orders for accuracy. Validate at tray arrival.

    § Demonstrate respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies.

    § Demonstrate satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact with physicians and staff, Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors, and governmental and regulatory agencies.

    § Distribute invoices to appropriate departments.

    § Maintain appropriate inventory of clinical/medical record forms needed at nursing station.

    § Receive and distribute patient mail.

    § Report suspected violation of security or confidentiality issues.

    § Schedule patient transport as needed.

    · Promote the philosophy, mission and objectives of the Company within and to customers outside the hospital.

    · Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact with facility and medical staff and Administration, patients, families customers, vendors and government agencies.

    · Assure participation in relevant in-service training sessions, facility meetings and continuing educational opportunities appropriate to responsibilities.

    · Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in care and use of patient and hospital property.

    · Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and compete duties within allotted time.

    · Appropriately accesses the resources of the company’s corporate offices for consultation and program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Shares professional knowledge with staff, directors, managers and hospital personnel.

    · Participate in hospital wide patient safety program identifying risks to patient safety and reducing healthcare errors.

    · Comply with HIPAA regulatory requirements.

    · Perform other duties as assigned

    Patient Rights Promotes and protects patients’ rights; treats patients with dignity and respect; reports suspected abuse or neglect.

    Leadership Demonstrates willingness to try new tasks; generates new ideas for change; evaluates and recognizes priorities; communicates and models organizational values; fosters high performance; recognizes need for and provides adequate resources.

    Performance Improvement

    Applies performance methods and techniques; assists in data collection; identifies processes for improvement in daily work; and participates and educates new employees in team process.

    Environment of Care

    Demonstrates understanding of fire and emergency procedures; participates in fire and disaster drills; demonstrates understanding of safety and security procedures; applies safety and security precautions; demonstrates understanding of hazardous materials plan; demonstrates proper use of equipment.

    Infection Control

    Applies hand-washing principles during daily work; demonstrates understanding of isolation precautions; recognizes signs and symptoms of infection and complies with the employee health program; demonstrates understanding of the process for identifying and handling infectious waste; maintains personal hygiene; complies with OSHA standards in the work place; and demonstrates understanding of cross-contamination.

    Information Management

    Enters or records data timely and accurately; protects confidentiality of patient information; protects data against loss or destruction; reports suspected violation of security/confidentiality issues. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Demonstrates active listening techniques; gains support through effective relationships; treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback; establishes systems to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and service; creates and maintains reporting mechanisms.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Healthcare setting:

    • Acute care
    • Long term care

    Medical specialties:

    • Medical-Surgical

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Austin, TX 78756: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 4 Days Ago

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Unit Secretary
  • Encompass Health
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Unit Secretary (Full-Time) The Unit Secretary is responsible for: - Supporting the functions of the nursing unit by performing primarily clerical duties. - Serving as a resource for patients, families...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Rehabilitation Unit - Per Diem
  • Nursing
  • Austin, TX PER_DIEM
  • Job Description Grow Your Career with HealthTrust At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. It’s defined by its people. We pride ourselves o...
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Nights
  • Nursing
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust! At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. It’s defined by its people. We pride ourselves...
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) - Contract - Days
  • Nursing
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust! At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. It’s defined by its people. We pride ourselves...
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Per Diem
  • Nursing
  • Austin, TX PER_DIEM
  • Job Description Grow Your Career with HealthTrust At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. It’s defined by its people. We pride ourselves o...
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Warehouse Lead
  • Brady Industries
  • Round Rock, TX
  • About BradyIFS In December 2020, Brady Industries and Individual Foodservice (IFS) merged to become the largest independ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Salon Manager
  • Supercuts
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Supercuts is one of the industry's most recognized salon brands. We offer outstanding development and training, with spe...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personal Care Attendant - PCA Caregiver (North Austin, TX)
  • Right At Home
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Right at Home North Austin is seeking rockstar caregivers who wish to make an impact in the lives we serve in our commun...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personal Care Attendant - PCA Caregiver (Cedar Park, TX)
  • Right At Home
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Right at Home North Austin is seeking rockstar caregivers who wish to make an impact in the lives we serve in our commun...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personal Care Attendant - PCA Caregiver (Hutto, TX)
  • Right At Home
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Right at Home North Austin is seeking rockstar caregivers who wish to make an impact in the lives we serve in our commun...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Janitorial
  • BJ's Restaurants
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Overview: Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in eve...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internet Sales Consultant
  • Penske Automotive Group Inc
  • Round Rock, TX
  • **Round Rock Toyota, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, is looking for dependable individuals to join our Business De...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Insurance Sales Agent Remote
  • Lagniappe Agency (Symmetry Financial Group)
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Organization Description: No Cold Calling. Unique Sales and Ownership Opportunity. Commission Only Position Are you some...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Round Rock is a city in the U.S. state of Texas, in Williamson County (with a small part in Travis), which is a part of the Greater Austin, Texas metropolitan area. The population was 99,887 at the 2010 census. The city straddles both sides of the Balcones Escarpment, a fault line in which the areas roughly east of Interstate 35 are flat and characterized by having black, fertile soils of the Blackland Prairie, and the west side of the Escarpment which consists mostly of hilly, karst-like terrain with little topsoil and higher elevations and which is part of the Texas Hill Country. Located abo...
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Round Rock, Texas area prices
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