Nursing Unit Secretary jobs in Las Cruces, NM

Mesilla Valley Hospital has been in operation since 1987, serving those in need of treatment for a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse issues. Mesilla Valley Hospital is a 120-bed facility, providing access to quality behavioral healthcare and substance abuse treatment to residents of New Mexico, West Texas and Arizona. MVH is the leader in providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services. Our commitment to care includes developing integrated delivery systems through partnerships with medical surgical hospitals, community mental health centers, educational institutions, managed care organizations, local health professionals and agencies.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The unit clerk/secretary/Coordinators the facility manages the clerical functions of the nursing unit necessary to provide patient care. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description. The specifications listed below are representatives of the knowledge, sills, and ability to meet the minimum requirements of this position. Staff Inust demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations. General hospital environment. Exposure to psychiatric patients who my exhibit violent/aggressive behavior. Potential for exposure to communicable diseases, blood/body fluids and other hazardous waste. This position must be drug and alcohol free as evidenced by negative results of post-offer, pre-employment urine drug screen. The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be meet by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primaty functions.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent. One (1) year of experience working with a psychiatric patient population and previous secretarial experience preferred.

SKILLS:
Must possess experience and knowledge of interventional and administrative duties necessary to support nursing and patient care on assigned unit. Assists in the direct care and management of patients with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. Assists with unit programming to facilitate and carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living of patients on the unit. Must possess knowledge of dual diagnosis/chemical dependency/mental health patients' age-specific patient issues, limit setting and behavior management, crisis prevention and intervention techniques; knowledge and comprehension of regulatory agency standards (DOH, DPW, CMS, Joint Commission, etc); staff development procedures and requirements; ability to communicate orally, telephonic, and in writing; working knowledge of computer systems and various software; must maintain certification for CPR and CPI. Must possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player. Good documentation, organization and time management skills are necessary. Must be effective in decision-making and problem solving.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Loan Forgiveness Program

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