Unit Clerk - NICU DAYS

An individual who will function as a member of the nursing staff responsible for assisting with general activities of the patient care unit and for assuring smooth communication of patient care related information both intra departmentally and interdepartmentally.

 Available shifts include:

• Part-Time: 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week)
• Full-Time:
  • 0.75 FTE (60 hours per pay period)
  • 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week)

Position Responsibilities

• Courteously and professionally covers patient care center front desk as needed or assigned. This includes promptly answering telephones, greeting patients, sending reports, distributing, sorting, or processing mail, etc. This may also include instructing patients on how to get to other hospital locations or other
• information.
• Delivers reports, supplies, etc. to patient areas or hospital locations as needed.
• Accurately relays information from physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel and others.
• Uses Information Systems as required for patient care.
• Accurately enters written orders into the computer. Follows through on all orders as appropriate such as calling departments for consults.
• Maintains accurate information on the unit board.
• Processes all computer documents appropriately differentiating between temporary and permanent documents and obtaining signatures as needed.
• Ensures that the work area is organized.
• Maintains open communication with the patient care team to relay pertinent information regarding patient and unit needs.
• Assists with activities of daily life (bath, feed, play, etc.) and other patient care as directed. 
• Ensures an adequate stock of all necessary equipment and supplies in designated areas at established par levels. 
• Responsible for participation in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Nemours Foundation. 
• Participates in unit, departmental and hospital educational programs. 
• Attends unit/departmental meetings regularly. 
• Demonstrates proficiency in the care of patients of all ages; neonates, infants, toddlers, school aged, adolescents and adults.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma
• An American Heart Association BLS 
• Minimum of one year experience required
• Medical terminology training preferred
• Previous clerical experience in a health care setting preferred

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy.  We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment.  All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.  

Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve.  Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org). 

 

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