Performs general clerical duties on a nursing unit by preparing, compiling, and maintaining records in a hospital nursing unit. 

• Accurately transcribes physician orders and notifies the appropriate nursing staff. 
• Initiates and maintains patient care Kardex and Recopies MAR (Medication Administration Record) forms.
• Coordinates with other Hospital departments, such as Radiology, Housekeeping, Laboratories, Social Services, etc. to request and obtain supplies and services. 
• Initiates, maintains, and updates patient charts, inserting appropriate forms, ancillary department reports, consults, etc.
• Assists with orientation of new employees to the functioning of the nursing station and the transcription of orders. 
• Performs other duties as required or directed.

• Required:
  • Education: Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Experience: Experience in administrative capacity in an acute care setting
• Preferred:
  • Experience: MediTech preferred