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Unit Clerk - CCU Nights- FT

Licking Memorial Health Systems

#Interpersonal Skills #CPR Certification #Patient Care #Healthcare #Nights #CCU #Patient Charts #Physician Orders #Clerical Support

Quick overview

The Unit Clerk provides essential clerical support to an assigned nursing unit under general supervision, following established policies and procedures. This includes accurately transcribing and processing physician orders, maintaining patient charts, and ensuring adequate unit supplies are available.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be able to read, write, and follow verbal or written directions, and maintain current CPR certification. The role requires interpersonal skills sufficient for effective interaction with physicians, staff, patients, and visitors, along with a minimal level of analytical ability.

Interpersonal SkillsCPR CertificationSupply ManagementClerical SupportChart MaintenanceEquipment Repair CoordinationOrder TranscriptionCharge Entry

Job description

Unit: Clerk

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital.
Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors.
You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion.
Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, provides clerical support to an assigned nursing unit. Assists in the transcribing and processing of physicians orders, maintains patient charts in an accurate manner and maintains adequate unit supplies. Meets all standards and requirements of LMHS universal job description

Responsibilities

Accurately input patient orders.
Maintain department supplies.
Follow through with equipment repairs/returns.
Input work orders for equipment repairs.
Accurately flag charts for required notification to physician/staff.
Able to accurately enter observation charges.

Requirements

Read, write, and follow verbal or written directions.
Maintain CPR certification.
Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and visitors.
Minimal level of analytical ability.
LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, or other characteristics protected by law.