Secretary/Nursing Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:# Performs clerical, organizational and communication functions in support of a patient care unit. May be assigned to work in psychiatric overflow areas as requested by management. # EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE: # Minimum Required:# High school diploma or equivalent.# Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.

Proficient in keyboard operations and basic computer applications.# Ability to operate standard office machines.# BLS certification; renewal required bi-annually NCI/MH/DD/SAS Training within 3 months of hire; recertification required annually. # #Preferred:## Knowledgeable of medical terminology and hospital operations upon hire.

ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:# Incumbent must demonstrate an ability to apply age-appropriate principles of communication during interaction with others.# Incumbent must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before being allowed to perform independently.##