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United States , Rome

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18.85 - 28.30 USD / Hour
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Job Description:

The Unit Secretary, under the direction of the Clinical Manager/Charge Nurse, Staff RN, or LPN provides indirect patient care. This individual meets the communication needs of the patient/family, departmental staff, and medical staff. The Unit Secretary prepares and compiles medical records, as well as orders and stocks basic office supplies for the unit. It is expected that as needs arise, he/she will be flexible and float to other units. In addition to participating in performance improvement activities, the Unit Secretary works cooperatively with the medical and hospital staff who support the care of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provides indirect patient care under the direction of the Clinical Manager/Charge Nurse, Staff RN, or LPN
  • Meets the communication needs of the patient/family, departmental staff, and medical staff
  • Prepares and compiles medical records
  • Orders and stocks basic office supplies for the unit
  • Expected to be flexible and float to other units as needs arise
  • Participates in performance improvement activities
  • Works cooperatively with the medical and hospital staff who support the care of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required
  • Obtains at least 12 hours of continuing education
  • a minimum of six hours must be specific to assigned area of nursing
  • Experience preferred
  • Basic computer experience
  • CNA in the state of applicable state preferred
  • Health Unit Coordinator certification desirable
  • BCLS required, recertification annually

Nice to have:

  • CNA in the state of applicable state preferred
  • Health Unit Coordinator certification desirable
What we offer:
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 31, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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