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Unit Secretary - Monitoring Central TelemetryChristus Health • 2830 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX  77702
Unit Secretary - Monitoring Central Telemetry

Unit Secretary - Monitoring Central Telemetry

Christus Health • 2830 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX 77702
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Summary:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Unit Secretary performs the clerical functions necessary for proper functioning of a patient care unit in accordance with Nursing Department policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

  • Transcribes physician’s orders from the chart to proper patient records accurately.
  • Monitors intercom system; gives reassurance to patients; notifies nursing staff immediately of needs.
  • Informs Charge Nurse of all pertinent information. Fosters positive physician relations.
  • Displays telephone courtesy, answers promptly. Relays messages accurately to appropriate personnel.
  • Informs patient/families of discharge procedure. Promptly removes patient from computer at time of discharge.
  • Responds appropriately in all code situations.
  • Uses supplies and equipment appropriately, records charges appropriately.
  • Manages inventory control with prevention of overstock while keeping adequate supplies necessary for effective unit function.
  • Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings. When unable to attend (20% max), follows up to obtain information discussed.
  • Complies with timekeeping system. Prompt in reporting for duty. Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences.
  • Follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene.
  • Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies and departmental policies.
  • Completes infection control, safety, and other assigned education.
  • Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules.
  • (Monitor Units) Rhythm strips are run at the beginning of each shift on all patients and as needed. Strips are delivered within thirty (30) minutes of run time.
  • (Monitor Units) Consistently updates log to reflect admits, discharges, transfers, as well as calls to nurses stations about monitoring problems.
  • (Monitor Units) Identifies all life threatening dysrhythmias and reports same to nurse responsible for patient or to charge nurse. (Note: A score of “0” for this behavior will result in termination.
  • Organizes nursing station and keeps unit adequately supplied.
  • Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI)
  • Associate timely completes all required educational assignments.
  • Follows instructions and completes assigned tasks for patient and department needs in a courteous and organized manner.
  • Uses good judgment in prioritizing of physicians’ orders for transcription.
  • Grieving Process: Allows for patient and family to express feelings.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; certificate of completion from an approved course for Unit Secretary’s preferred.

Experience

  • One (1) year Unit Secretary experience preferred, if there is no Unit Secretary certification. Six (6) months experience in a hospital preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

  • Demonstrates required computer skills within one month of employment.
  • Basic typing and prior computer skills preferred.
  • For telemetry and/or critical care, successful completion of basic dysrhythmia course for unlicensed personnel within one month or after first available course offered.
  • AHA BLS certification within two (2) weeks of employment

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time

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