Nurse Associate Unit Secretary - Intensive Care Nursery

2d2 days ago

Cooper University Health Care

Camden, US · Full-time · $34,000 – $54,000

About this role

At Cooper University Health Care, the Nurse Associate Unit Secretary in the Intensive Care Nursery assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care under Registered Nurse direction. Looking for individuals willing and experienced in stocking, clerical/administrative tasks, and cleaning NICU specific equipment. Communicates with healthcare team, patients, and families while maintaining high professional ethics.

Supports daily activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting, mobility, and transport with standard precautions. Performs technical duties directed by RN such as phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care. Documents appropriately and identifies patient status changes for prompt response.

Cooper’s 35-bed level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit features smaller pods for up to 4 infants and a transitional nursery for 12. Cares for infants from 23 weeks gestation needing surgical interventions, respiratory support including high frequency ventilation, and nitric oxide. Includes Neonatal transport team and robust ancillary staff like Respiratory, Occupational, Physical, Speech Therapists, Unit secretaries, and Child Life personnel.

Participates in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement, and new hire orientation. Completes annual unit-specific competencies and reviews staff meeting minutes. Opportunities for career growth through professional development in an innovative clinical environment.

Requirements

High School/GED required
0-2 years' experience preferred
Successful completion of an unlicensed health care provider/technician program
Completed at least one fundamental nursing course in an accredited Nursing Program
1 year or more patient care experience
Experience in stocking, clerical/administrative, and cleaning of NICU specific equipment

Responsibilities

Supports activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, mobility, and transport
Performs technical duties as directed by RN such as phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care
Identifies and communicates changes in patient’s status to RN and responds appropriately
Reinforces education of patient and family regarding individual care needs and safety issues
Assists in admission, transfers, and discharges of patients to and from the unit
Stocks, performs clerical/administrative duties, and cleans NICU specific equipment
Participates in patient satisfaction initiatives and performance improvement activities
Completes annual unit-specific competencies by specified due date