Unit Clerk - Cardiovascular PCUKilleen, TX

Unit Clerk

A job at AdventHealth Central Texas is so much more than a paycheck. It's an opportunity to change the lives of the people in our communities; to share your skills, talents and experiences with patients and colleagues. And it's the chance to learn, grow and accomplish more than you ever thought possible. We're honored to offer medical jobs in Killeen for all roles in our facilities from Killeen nurses, medical assistants and nurse assistants to patient care and health administration professionals. Learn more and start your career at AdventHealth Central Texas.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission : Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family :

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Schedule : Full Time

Shift : Day Shift

The community you'll be caring for :

Located in the heart of Texas, AdventHealth provides care for the citizens of Bell, Coryell and Lampasas counties.

AdventHealth is committed to reinvesting in the community by offering the services, technologies, and facilities to set the standard with the continually changing healthcare industry.

As a member of our team of more than 1,000 employees you will enjoy competitive salaries, exceptional benefits and opportunities for growth while working in an environment that is centered around our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ.

The role you'll contribute :

The Unit Clerk is responsible for providing excellent customer service on the nursing unit. The Unit Clerk is responsible for surveying the EMR (Electronic Medical Record) for unprocessed orders and assembling / maintaining the medical records of all patients on the nursing unit.

The value you'll bring to the team :

Prepares and maintains patients medical records from admission through discharge to organization, completeness and accuracy of the records system for the unit.

Projects a positive, friendly and helpful demeanor while working with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff. Proactively meets and greets visitors to the unit. Responsible for maintaining an organized, clutter-free, welcoming environment in the nursing station.

Responsible for environmental rounds every 2 hours. Environmental rounds include but are not limited to : hallways are free of clutter, equipment is plugged in, nursing alcoves are free of clutter with chairs tucked in, etc.

Provides Customer Service rounds, responds to patient requests within scope of practice (i.e. : Ice, Blankets, pillows and room temperature). When in a patient room, performs hourly round and marks the white board.

Answers the intercom by acknowledging patient by name and responding to the patient's bedside to identify the patient request when needed. Responds to requests within scope of practice (i.e. : ice, blankets, pillows, room temperature).

Assists with battery changes and lead placement of telemetry.

Assists with new patient room set up / orientation. Assists with patient transport needs.

Assists with delivery and retrieval of patient trays.

Serves as a resource for medical and nursing staff, regarding order entry process.

Assures accurate location of patients within the computer. Removes patients from the computer promptly upon discharge.

Records verification of physician consults to include time / date and personal information called.

Responsible for reconciliation of unit equipment, quality logs, and computer 24 / 7 logs.

Places repair requests using the web-based request form. Follows-up on outstanding requests.

Maintains all unit supplies in an organized manner. Performs inventories and requisitions necessary supplies for nursing unit including office supplies, forms and non-stock patient care supplies within established par levels. Keeps the department manager informed of back orders.

Other duties as assigned

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

Minimum qualifications :

High School graduate or equivalent

Healthcare experience preferred

BLS required

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category : Patient Care

Organization : AdventHealth Central Texas

Schedule : Full-time

Shift : 1 - Day

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.