Ward Clerk
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DEPARTMENT: JAMAICA HOSPITAL NURSING HOME- NURSING GERIATRICS FLOOR 3NWork Schedule: Full Time DaysTrump Pavilion for Nursing and Rehabilitationis a 228 bed state-of-the-art Rehabilitation and Long Term facility. We offer comprehensive services for short-term care, including rehabilitative, medical, and social services. From its onset, Trump Pavilion has built a reputation on quality and continues today to be one of the finest nursing and rehabilitation centers in Queens. We are currently seeking an experiencedWard Clerkfor an immediate full-time day shift opportunity.RESPONSIBILITIES:As Ward Clerk, you will be responsible for the daily clerical and reception duties on a nursing unit. Assisting staff nurses and Nursing Care Coordinators with various clerical functions. Additional duties will include:Establishing and maintaining systems and procedures for ensuring appropriate supply inventory and equipment in Nursing Unit.Acting and serving as a liaison between Nursing Unit and other departments.Managing, maintaining, and updating the patient list, files and charts.Assembling inactive medical records.Completing forms, requisitions, and necessary communications to implement physician orders.Providing clerical/computer-assisted support in the development and maintenance of the MDS Comprehensive Care Plan.REQUIREMENTS:High School or general education diploma. One to two years of college preferredMust have minimum (3) years of current or recent Unit Clerk experience in an LTC setting.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to effectively interact with subordinates, department heads, nursing staff, and residents.Familiar with medical terminology and with material and equipment utilized in resident care.RequirementsHigh School or general education diploma. One to two years of college preferredMust have minimum (3) years of current or recent Unit Clerk experience in an LTC setting.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to effectively interact with subordinates, department heads, nursing staff, and residents.Familiar with medical terminology and with material and equipment utilized in resident care.MUST HAVE TO EXCEL IN ROLE:Highly proficient in carrying out work assignmentsSelf-motivated with a strong work ethicEffectively problem solves and makes adjustments when necessary while continuing to adhere to policy and procedure guidelines.SALARY: $20.55/hr. - $22.39/hr. DOE