This role supports nursing unit activities by handling clerical tasks, communicating with patients, families, and healthcare team members, and transcribing medical orders under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Key responsibilities include performing admission, transfer, and discharge documentation, maintaining patient records, answering phones, and managing unit reception (30%).
Communicating with stakeholders (10%), transcribing and verifying orders and charges (50%), and ensuring efficient unit operations (10%).
Qualifications include experience or education in transcribing medical orders and computer skills, along with knowledge of medical terminology. Preferred skills include typing/data entry at 45 w.p.m.
This position emphasizes accurate communication, organization, and adherence to healthcare documentation standards to support patient care operations.