Unit Secretary
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About Christian Health:

We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are.

Why Join Our Team:

Across our three campuses, ten communities, three service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us!

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, Unit Secretary to join our Nursing department. The Unit Secretary will be responsible for the clerical functions in the unit and acts as a receptionist. The purpose of this position is to assist the Charge Nurse in the smooth functioning of the unit. The Unit Secretary supports the unit philosophy and works collaboratively with the Charge Nurse, Executive Assistant and the Nurse Executive. Must have the flexibility, personal integrity and be able to work effectively with personnel from all departments. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

• Ensures that the daily time schedules correspond to the assignment sheet and assists with staffing calls as needed.
• Monitors, searches and records all packages brought to and leaving the unit.
• Maintains the medical record according to the standards.
• Ensures that ordering is done prior to staff running out of supplies and equipment on appropriate ordering forms.
• Refers calls to appropriate persons while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Writes up the escort and transport requisitions recording the length of the escort, time of day, and the number of staff accompanying the patient.
• Ensures there are new charts for prospective patients to be available 24 hours a day.
• Assists in coordinating with admissions including phone calls and admission referrals.
• Adds to the Census Book all admissions and discharges for each 24 hours.
• Manages the front desk to ensure that all visitors identify themselves and signs in the visitors in the Log Book.
• Ensures that all visitors are monitored prior to entering the unit.
• Ensures the completion of documentation for Court Materials including but not limited to emails, faxes and scheduling.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

One year of secretarial experience with strong organizational skills and hospital experience preferred.

Schedule: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Monday - Friday, no weekends.

Education: High School Graduate with some secretarial education.

Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes:

• Discounted health insurance
• Dental Program
• Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave
• 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
• Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Benefit plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Child Day Care Center on campus
• Gift shop on campus
• Free onsite parking on campus
• Free meals for all employees
• Pay differentials
• Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
• Access to earned wages prior to payday

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below.