Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley · 8 hours ago
Monitor Tech Unit Secretary Full Time Days
5555 W. Las Positas Blvd. - PLEASANTON
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$28.84/hr - $37.08/hrStanford Health Care Tri-Valley is dedicated to hope and innovation in healthcare. The Monitor Tech/Unit Secretary plays a crucial role in patient care coordination and communication within the nursing unit, ensuring a safe and organized environment while providing essential support to the healthcare team.
Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provides continuous cardiac monitoring as a trained observer at the nurse’s station
Performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patient
Maintains a safe/clean environment; reports/corrects hazardous conditions within scope of responsibility
Check equipment each shift, including communications devices, and physical department rounding to proactively surveil the department for needed repairs, safety hazards, and appropriately communicates needs to proper departments
Supports discharge planning functions and team rounding activities
Adheres to department and hospital Policies and Procedures
Receives, greets, and directs patients, visitors, and employees arriving at the unit, or calling the patient care unit
Demonstrates excellent telephone etiquette when receiving, placing, or transferring calls
Maintains composure and professionalism in emergency situations
Always maintains confidentiality of patients and patient information
Answer patient call lights immediately and reports patient needs appropriately
Receives and distributes mail, flowers, and various other items for patients on the unit
Maintains adequate quantity of forms, materials, supplies, and equipment on assigned units. Orders supplies as necessary according to standards and ensures fiscal responsibility
Maintains clean and organized work and storage areas
Update patient flow and assignment board
Maintains downtime forms and other necessary forms
Maintains unit specific records, logs, and binders. Example: temperature logs, etc
Monitors the fax machine for incoming communications
Checks charts of all patients scheduled for surgery or special/diagnostic procedures and assures required information is complete e.g., labs, x-rays, H&P, pre-surgery forms
Assists patients and care team with medical record requests
Appropriately responds to all safety and emergency signals and notifications
Contributes to the team spirit and cohesiveness of the unit and nursing department
Contributes to unit and department problem solving and issue resolution
Maintains a professional attitude, demeanor and appearance, wears prescribed departmental uniform, wears identification name badge
Completes a comprehensive shift report to oncoming staff before leaving unit
Qualification
Required
High School graduate or equivalent
Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
Strong interpersonal skills
Basic Computer Skills required
Strong attention to detail with ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language
Ability to work as an effective team player and serve as a resource person to patients, staff and visitors
Knowledge of Quality Control, Safety and joint Commission standards
Preferred
Experience working as a unit clerk or administrative support role
Company
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
STANFORD HEALTH CARE TRI-VALLEY Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (formerly ValleyCare) provides high-quality care rooted in science and compassion to support the health and well-being of its community in the East Bay and beyond.
Founded in 1961
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Reena Jadhav
Board Member, Chair Comp & Workforce
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