Job Information
Washington County Hospital and Clinics Ward Clerk in Washington, Iowa
Ward Clerk
Job Details
Job Location
Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA
Position Type
Per Diem
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Health Care
Description
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.
Qualifications
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