Nurse Associate Unit Secretary - Intensive Care Nursery

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Nurse Associate Unit Secretary assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care in our 35-bed level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role supports infants as young as 23 weeks gestation requiring surgical interventions and respiratory support.

Individuals with experience in stocking, clerical/administrative duties, and cleaning of NICU specific equipment are sought. Daily tasks include supporting bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting, mobility, and transport while demonstrating standard precautions. Technical duties encompass phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care, with appropriate documentation.

The NICU features smaller pods for up to 4 infants and a transitional nursery for 12 preparing for discharge. The team includes Registered RNs, attending physicians, fellows, Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Residents, dedicated Respiratory Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Unit secretaries, and Child Life Personnel. A Neonatal transport team retrieves infants needing higher level care from South Jersey hospitals.

Reinforce education for patients and families on care needs and safety. Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement activities, and orientation of new hires. Opportunities exist for career growth through professional development in this dynamic environment.