UNIT SECRETARY / CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)- PCU
Beebe Healthcare
Application
Details
Posted: 26-Oct-24
Location: Lewes, Delaware
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 8579
Why Beebe?
Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:
Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
Paid Time Off
Long Term Sick accrual
Employer Contribution Plan
Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
College Bound 529 Savings Plan
Life Insurance
Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Overview
The Unit Secretary / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Patient Care Unit plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. This dual-role position combines administrative support with direct patient care under the supervision of the healthcare team. This position involves assisting patients recovering from cardiac events, such as heart attacks, surgeries, and other cardiovascular issues.
Responsibilities
Administrative Duties:
Serve as the primary point of contact for the nursing station, answering calls and directing inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
Maintain accurate patient records, including admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Prepare and manage patient charts, ensuring all information is up-to-date and in compliance with healthcare standards.
Order and maintain unit supplies, inventory, and materials as needed.
Assist with scheduling, coordination, and communication for patient tests, treatments, and consultations.
Patient Care Duties (CNA):
Provide daily care for patients, such as assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, and meals.
Take and record vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and other relevant measurements.
Monitor patients’ symptoms and status, immediately reporting any changes or concerns to the nursing staff.
Assist patients in safely ambulating and positioning to prevent complications.
Ensure that patient rooms are clean, organized, and equipped with necessary supplies.
Team Collaboration:
Work closely with nurses, physicians, and other team members to support patient care and smooth unit operations.
Assist with emergency response procedures, following protocols for cardiac-related emergencies.
Contribute to a supportive and respectful work environment.
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Unit Secretary or in a clerical healthcare role preferred.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Credentials
Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in DE
BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification
Education
High school diploma preferred OR current high school student with CNA license (work schedule in compliance with the State of Delaware Department of Labor Regulations)
Beebe Healthcare serves the Sussex County community with a medical center located in beautiful, historic Lewes, Delaware, and convenient outpatient locations throughout the county. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the medical center in Lewes is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit seaside community hospital. Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, surgical services, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedic services. Beebe offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services.
Beebe's five satellite campuses offer imaging, physical rehabilitation, and lab services, as well as walk-in care centers. In addition, Beebe offers Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine and Diabetes Management & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
With a mission to serve the community, Beebe also offers many free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department; and advanced medical care for those who are recuperating at home through Beebe Home Care Services.
Beebe is also training the next generation of nurses through the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing, located behind the Medical Cente...r in Lewes.
Beebe's Medical Staff has grown tremendously since the early 1990s. Employed physicians through Beebe Medical Group and our affiliated physicians on Beebe's Medical Staff now serve patients from Milford to Millville in specialties including cardiac surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatric neurology, and surgical oncology.
Beebe is proud to offer quality care, close to home for the residents and visitors of Sussex County.