Ward Clerk

Job Title: Ward Clerk

Location: Aviara Healthcare

Position Overview:

We're seeking a dedicated Ward Clerk to enhance patient care and support our nursing staff in a dynamic environment.

This role is vital for maintaining accurate records, coordinating communication, and ensuring smooth operations.

Essential Duties:


* Record medical and administrative information per charting policies.


* Maintain and submit the Daily Census Report to nursing supervisors.


* Keep an updated resident roster for your unit.


* Process resident charge slips for the Business Office.


* Answer phones, relay messages, and manage calls.


* Maintain current emergency contact lists for your unit.


* Prepare daily tardy and absentee reports for the Business Office.


* Transcribe physicians' orders into care plans and medication records.


* Report discrepancies in charting and orders to nursing supervisors.


* Review medication cards for accuracy and completeness.


* Document nurses' notes to reflect resident care and responses.


* Forward new diet orders to the Food Services Director.


* Notify next-of-kin of changes in resident conditions as directed.


* Assist with admitting, transferring, and discharging residents.


* Complete necessary records during admissions, transfers, and discharges.


* Participate in facility committee meetings as required.


* Collaborate with nursing staff to coordinate work assignments and schedules.


* Inform staff of new admissions and their details.


* Greet and escort new residents upon admission.


* Encourage timely physician documentation.


* Communicate resident deaths to family as instructed and assist with funeral arrangements.


* Attend annual training programs (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, Safety).


* Contribute to the infection control program and monitor health regulations.


* Report equipment and supply needs to nursing supervisors.


* Ensure all staff are aware of residents' care plans.


* Maintain confidentiality of resident information.


* Record and file incidents/accidents per policy.


* Treat all residents with kindness, dignity, and respect.

Requirements and Qualifications:


* Must at the least have a high school diploma or GED


* CNA license is a plus


* Knowledge of insurances is a plus


* Must be organized, self-sufficient, and have a positive attitude!

Pay: $22-30 Based on experience

Benefits:


* 401(k)


* Dental insurance


* Flexible schedule


* Health insurance


* Paid time off


* Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:


* Acute care


* Nursing home

Medical specialties:


* Geriatrics

Schedule:


* 8 hour shift


* Monday to Friday


* Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:


* Encinitas, CA 92024 (Required)

Work Location: In person