Nurse Manager Support Assistant - Neurosurgery Trauma/progressive Care - Days

Acute Neuroscience Trauma Unit Nurse Manager Support Assistant

The Acute Neuroscience Trauma unit is the primary unit for neurology and neurosurgery patients-acute and progressive care. We are a Level I Trauma Center and Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center of Excellence. The patient population we service consists of brain and spinal cord injuries, strokes, seizures, and a variety of movement disorders. Apply to this fast-paced, high acuity unit where you will grow your knowledge in supporting a team that cares for patients with lumbar drains, stable ventilators, tracheostomies, complex wounds and post-operative care. Our unit collaborates with other services to provide the safest, patient centered care. We have a highly engaged nurse resiliency team and amazing team work.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of two (2) years of previous clerical work experience using a personal computer and various software applications (e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, etc.)

Experience PREFERRED: Previous experience in a healthcare setting

Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED

Education/training PREFERRED: Graduate of clerical training program or completion of courses related to clerical or administrative functions. Completion of medical terminology course.

Independent action(s) required: Perform daily activities with minimal supervision, self-directed in the accomplishment of routine activities. Assess issues that involve violation of VCUHS policy or procedure, conflicts of a sensitive nature, or considered unusual in nature and brings these to the attention of the Nurse Manager. Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements: Hours would typically be day shift, Monday through Friday, but may occasionally require flexibility in work schedule for special projects.

Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change