Ward Clerk

SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing clerical support to the patient care area ensuring effective and efficient services are delivered.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following) Manage the units communication systems (telephone, pagers, patient call system, nurse spectra phone, computers, etc.
) to facilitate communication between members of the health care team and their clients.
Interact with all visitors, physicians, coworkers and other departments in a customer friendly manner.
Establish and maintain floor inventory of identified forms and supplies.
Maintain identified patient record while the patient is admitted to the unit.
Assist charge nurse with completing computerized orders and telemetry monitoring.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Obtain and maintain CPR Certification required Ability to successfully complete telemetry class to obtain basic knowledge of cardiac rhythms to be completed by the end of orientation Current CNA certification High school diploma/GED preferred SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation Well-developed interpersonal skills Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment Effective time management