• Cardiac Secretary

    Eastern Connecticut Health Network (Manchester, CT)


    POSITION SUMMARY:

    The Cardiac / Unit Secretary reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager and functions as a Receptionist as well as performs a variety of clerical support and other duties to assist the nursing staff in carrying out daily patient care activities. Responsible for monitoring cardiac monitoring systems. Prepares and maintains patient medical records. Transcribes and expedites physician orders.

    EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

    + This position requires a minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

    + Will be required to pass the ECHN arrhythmia course or challenge exam during the new employee introductory orientation period.

    COMPETENCIES:

    + Must have previous knowledge of medical terminology and be able to read and communicate effectively using the English language.

    + Basic windows based software program computer familiarity is required utilizing primarily Meditech for entering orders.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

     

    Job-Specific Competency

     

    1. Meets, greets and directs all patients, families, visitors and health care team members. Provides accurate and appropriate information.

    2. Prepares medical records for new admissions and discharged patients. Maintains accurate medical record during patient stay.

    3. Transcribes physician orders in a timely manner. Enter orders in the computer system. Prioritize orders by identifying those with timed or immediate action. Notifies appropriate nursing staff or department.

    4. Responds appropriately and timely to patient requests, including prompt acknowledgment to patient call bell.

    5. Demonstrates an ability to float to different patient care units and function effectively in different situations

    6. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.

    7. Performs other duties as assigned, to promote efficient functioning of the unit.

    8. Answers telephone/intercom in a polite manner and communicates information to the appropriate personnel/family.

    9. Orders supplies, processes work orders, enters charges and performs other coordinating activities to maintain unit operations.

    10. Demonstrates competency in interpreting dysrhythmias.

    11. Runs and posts rhythm strips at the specified times.

    12. Communicates information about dysrhythmias to the appropriate nurse in a timely fashion.

    13. Maintains logs pertaining to telemetry.