PRN Unit Secretary/Nursing Attendant - Behavioral Health

About This Role

This role involves performing clerical duties as a Unit Secretary and providing direct patient care as a Nursing Attendant within an inpatient psychiatric unit. The position supports a multidisciplinary team in delivering diagnostic assessments, stabilization, and personalized treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties as a Unit Secretary, including managing communications and patient records
• Provide direct patient care as a Nursing Attendant, delegated by licensed nurses
• Function as a focal communication source at the nursing station
• Maintain appropriate quantities of forms, materials, and supplies
• Record/enter patient information accurately, including charges and appointments
• Assist in orientation of new staff to the unit
• Observe changes in patient condition and promptly report to the primary nurse
• Assist and maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment for patients and staff
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and patient call lights
• Transport medications within the hospital as requested and needed

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills
• Proficiency in the use of computers, fax machine, and related equipment
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Qualifications

• High school graduate or the equivalent. Graduate of a nursing educational program preferred.
• Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Prior clerical experience in health care setting preferred.

Nice to Have

• Graduate of a nursing educational program
• Prior clerical experience in health care setting

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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