UNIT SEC-SITTER
: Job Details :

The Unit Secretary/ Sitter functions directly under the supervision of the Nurse, Patient Care Coordinator, and is directly accountable to the Patient Care Manager. When performing unit secretary duties, he/she is responsible for the secretarial aspects of patient care and the environmental management of the work unit, including monitoring equipment and supplies, making appointments, answering the phone, relaying messages, maintaining the cleanliness of the nurses station, and performs other duties as assigned. Unit Secretary/ Sitter maintains the safety of patients who are confused, at risk for falling, or are suicidal and deemed a danger to self or others. This includes maintaining safety for patients in restraints. Maintains a safe clean environment for patient area. May participate in diversion activities with the patient such as reading to the patient, playing games/cards, watching TV, etc. Effectively interacts with the patient, his/her significant others, and the nursing staff. ...SEC, IT, Patient Care, Monitoring, Healthcare, Skills