Full-time position in the Emergency Dept Main Campus. The LPN/Unit Secretary manages and performs the role of receptionist for the Nursing Unit. The major duties for the Unit Secretary also includes managing and performing the non-clinical tasks for a Nursing Unit. The Unit Secretary collaborates with all disciplines who provide healthcare and must assist them as needed. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Documents and maintains data on patient record. • Performs clerical / reception duties. • Maintains a safe environment. • Acts as a patient advocate. • Cooperates as a member of the nursing unit, department and overall hospital team. • Participates in performance improvement. • Performs related work as required. • Facilitates admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to various units and / or other institutions. • Maintains the chart and all necessary forms and helps to maintain chart availability to physicians by keeping them in proper location. • Transcribes physician orders. • Conducts himself/herself effectively in stressful situations. • Approaches situations with distressed patients, families, and visitors in a calm, professional manner. Education: High School Diploma or GED required. PN Nursing degree required. Certification: LPN license and CPR required. Experience: • Current knowledge of clinical practice. • Ability to operate and handle many kinds of complex equipment: copy machine, intercom system, telephones, computer and fax machine. • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. • Clerical experience preferred • Experience in computer order entry. • Ability to handle frequent interruptions and distractions.