Unit Secretary Job at Mountain View Post AcuteSNFWA, Ellensburg, WA

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  • Mountain View Post AcuteSNFWA
  • Ellensburg, WA

Job Description

Job Title: Unit Secretary
Location: Mountain View Post Acute, Ellensburg, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20-$24 DOE, Credentialing, and Seniority with Mtn View PA WA
Shift: administrative schedule

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Record medical and administrative information in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
  • Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit it to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
  • Keep an up-to-date roster of residents for the assigned unit.
  • Fill out resident charge slips and submit them to the Business Office.
  • Answer telephone calls, page calls, and deliver messages to residents as needed.
  • Maintain a current list of emergency contact numbers for your assigned unit.
  • Maintain and forward daily tardy and absentee reports to the Business Office.
  • Record appropriate resident identification data on medical records, wristbands, ID cards, and other required documents.
  • Transcribe physicians' orders to care plans, medication cards, and treatment plans.
  • Report discrepancies found in transcribing orders or charting to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
  • Review medication cards for completeness, accuracy, and legibility.
  • Chart nurses' notes that reflect care provided and the resident's response.
  • Forward diet orders or changes to the Director of Food Services.
  • Notify family members of any changes in the resident's condition.
  • Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges of residents, including coordinating transportation and packing belongings.
  • Complete necessary medical and administrative records upon the resident's admission, transfer, or discharge.
  • Forward completed charts of discharged residents to the Medical Records/Health Information Department.
  • Attend facility committee meetings (e.g., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Quality Assurance) as required.
  • Assist the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse in developing work assignments and schedules.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with inter-departmental staff and other facility departments.
  • Greet newly admitted residents and escort them to their rooms.
  • Encourage attending physicians to document progress notes and orders in a timely manner.
  • Notify family members and assist with funeral home arrangements as necessary.
  • Participate in annual in-service training programs (e.g., HIPAA, Infection Control, Safety).
  • Assist with the infection control program for monitoring communicable diseases.
  • Report equipment and supply needs to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
  • Ensure all care team members are aware of residents' care plans and properly follow them.
  • Report incidents of fraud, billing discrepancies, or other unethical behavior.
  • Treat all residents with kindness, dignity, and respect.
  • Record and file incidents/accidents according to established policies.
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing Services.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • CNA Credential preferred but not required
  • Experience in healthcare or a related field preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare documentation preferred.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
  • Proficient with basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, healthcare management software).

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Shift work,

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