Clerk Nursing

Position Summary: 
Maintains a work environment conducive to efficient unit operation.  Maintains accurate and complete records, charts, files and unit supplies.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  
1.    Completes work assignments during scheduled time period while maintaining a work environment conducive to efficient unit operation. 
2.    Maintains current inventory of unit supplies and equipment, accepts responsibility for reordering supplies in anticipation of unit needs.  
3.    Facilitates the resolution of identified problems through factual documentation and reporting. 
4.    Maintains accurate and complete records, charts, files:    
A.    Admission/discharge charts prepared in a uniform manner.    
B.    All patient records properly identified and checked daily for needed forms.    
C.    Past records available on unit.    
D.    Current chart copies of Ancillary Service reports maintained.    
E.    Surgical charts checked and completed. 
F.    Accurately enters orders into computer system.
5.    Utilizes computer system according to established guidelines and procedures including:    
A.    Attending required classes and reviews.    
B.    Demonstrating competence in all computer applications.    
C.    Assisting with distribution and posting of reports and forms.    
D.    Identifying and reporting hardware/software problems to appropriate resource persons. 
6.    Adheres to established emergency and disaster procedures. 
7.    Demonstrates competency and knowledge in the utilization of specified equipment.
8.    Demonstrates competency and knowledge in performing basic and specified skills. 
9.    Assumes responsibility for obtaining current accurate information and expanding knowledge base through utilization of appropriate learning experiences.
10.    Assists in maintaining a safe unit environment.
11.    Consistently demonstrates Bay Pride behaviors.
12.    Complies with Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals.
13.    Participates in performance improvement activities.
14.    Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications:
Required:
•    High School diploma or equivalent 
•    Certificate of successful completion of a course in Clerk-Nursing or comparable education and/or experience 
•    CPR issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification

Preferred:  
     None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Typing experience or keyboarding skills.

Position Specific Expectations:
1.    Personal contact with various Medical Center employees.
2.    Must be physically capable of performing Job Responsibilities with or without accommodation.