US/NST - Unit Secretary/ Nursing Support Tech 5 Tower FT 7A

Nursing Support Tech

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the Nursing Support Technician (NST) performs patient care, respiratory functions and unit functions appropriate to the position, and in compliance with hospital policies, protocols, and procedures. The NST is expected to anticipate the needs of the patient with the scope of their practice. The NST collects reports and documents patient data, transcribes orders and keeps the RN informed of pertinent changes in patient condition. The NST also participates in orientation of new personnel as appropriate. Collects reports and documents all patient data accurately in a timely fashion according to nursing policy, including: BPs, HRS, RRS, Temps, O2 Sats, daily wts, l, OS.

Performs any ancillary testing skills including but not limited to: accu-checks, telemetry connections and restraints. Completes all assigned tasks and communicates to the RN the patient responses to care provided in an accurately and timely manner. Assists with unit orientation and continuing education of students and employees as appropriate. Makes hourly patient rounds in conjunction with the nurse for fluids, toileting, hygiene, turning and keeps patient rooms and areas clean, neat and maintains items within reach. Pays extra attention to patients in high fall risk categories. Updates information on white boards in patient rooms. Demonstrates responsibility for own competency, mandatories and annual performance evaluation by maintaining all personal data up-to-date.

Meets educational requirements for new equipment, materials, procedures, and technology. Prepares for the performance evaluation conference by submitting completed skills list and education attendance documents one month prior to due date. Understands and follows health standards related to risk management, safety and infection control. Occasionally enters areas where medications are stored (I.E. IV Fluids). Adheres to and consistently supports professional standards and health care regulations that provide for and promote safety, quality patient care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates responsibility for maintaining knowledge base of current unit and hospital communication through a variety of modalities including but limited to, communication books, posted notices, meeting minutes, Jackson Hospital intranet and Jackson Hospital email.

Unit Secretary

Under the direction of unit management, the Unit Secretary(US) performs unit functions appropriate to the position, and in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and protocols. Functions include but are not limited to, managing supplies, answering telephones and call lights, maintaining call board and assisting customers.

The Unit Secretary will participate in patient care by requesting, charting and recording patient data in a timely fashion according to hospital policy and keeping the RN informed of pertinent data. The Unit Secretary transcribes physician orders in an accurate and timely fashion; participates in the patient’s admission, transfer and/or discharge and facilitates rapid notification of Bed Control, Registration and Housekeeping in a timely manner. Maintains an organized work environment (which may include files, supplies, equipment, etc) to ensure easy retrievability and physical professional appearance. Maintains optimal inventory supplies in an effort to enhance workflow efficiencies. Provides secretarial support as appropriate which may include data entry, faxing, copying, scheduling, charting, routine, etc. Demonstrates responsibility for own competency/mandatories and annual performance evaluation by maintaining all personal data up-to-date.

Meets educational requirements for new equipment, materials, procedures and technology. Prepares for the performance evaluation conference by submitting required documents, and self-evaluation form one month prior to due date. Monitors Patient Care Board and unit printer at least every 2 hours for electronic order entries. Notifies RN of new findings. Notifies Physicians of consult in a timely manner and enters consults correctly electronically. Adheres to and consistently supports professional standards and health care regulations that provide for and promote safety, quality patient care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates responsibility for maintaining knowledge base of current unit and hospital communication through a variety of modalities including but limited to communication books, posted notices, meeting minutes, Jackson Hospital intranet and Jackson Hospital email.

Nursing Support Tech