Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary - Trauma Surgical ICU - Night

Wellspan Health - York, PA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

York, PA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary position in the Trauma Surgical ICU at York Hospital is a critical role that combines both clinical and administrative responsibilities. This full-time position requires working night shifts from 3 PM to 3 AM, with a rotation of every third weekend and holiday. The Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit (TSICU) is a specialized 10-bed unit dedicated to providing care for critically ill trauma and surgical patients aged 15 years and older. The unit is equipped to handle complex medical needs, including post-operative care, invasive monitoring, and various therapeutic interventions. As a Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary, you will act as a central point of contact for patients, visitors, and healthcare staff. Your responsibilities will include greeting and assisting individuals entering the unit, managing telephone communications, and ensuring that all necessary medical records and documentation are accurately maintained. You will also be responsible for transcribing physician orders, scheduling patient services, and entering data into electronic health records. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care, as you will be involved in providing direct nursing care, assisting with daily living activities, and monitoring patient conditions. In addition to clinical duties, you will play a vital role in maintaining the organization and efficiency of the unit. This includes ensuring that supplies are stocked, patient rooms are prepared, and that all necessary equipment is available for patient care. You will collaborate closely with registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to communicate changes in patient conditions and to facilitate timely responses to patient needs. Your ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a positive, helpful attitude will be essential in fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans, and positioning.
• Assists in the preparation and transportation of patients for tests and procedures.
• Monitors patient condition levels and reports changes to the appropriate individuals.
• Ensures patient rooms, nursing areas, and supply carts are stocked with appropriate items at required levels.
• Maintains par levels of supplies and equipment on assigned unit(s) and notifies supervisor when reorder points are reached.
• Greets, directs, and assists physicians, visitors, patients, and ancillary department staff.
• Answers telephone inquiries and provides accurate information or forwards callers to appropriate resources.
• Enters and retrieves data from established computer files using various applications designed for patient management.
• Performs duties related to the creation and maintenance of the patient medical record, ensuring all necessary forms are included.
• Transcribes orders and documents on the paper or electronic record, ensuring verbal orders are signed according to hospital policy.
• Schedules tests, procedures, and other patient services, conferring with clinical care providers as needed.
• Communicates changes in the patient's condition and other urgent information to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
• Orders and stocks supplies on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training is required.
• Less than 1 year of relevant experience is required.
• Basic Life Support certification upon hire is required.
• Certified Nurse Aide certification upon hire is preferred.
• Completion of a course for unit secretaries and medical terminology upon hire is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to use various software applications in a Windows environment are required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Eligible
• Remote/Hybrid work options available
• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Opportunities for professional development and training.