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Job description
Nursing Unit SecretaryBarbara Bush Children’s Hospital at MaineHealth is seeking a compassionate, organized, and quick-thinking Nursing Unit Secretary to join our inpatient care team. This role is vital to the daily operations of our unit and serves as the first point of contact for patients, families, and visitors.The Nursing Unit Secretary performs a combination of clerical, receptionist, and transporter duties in a fast-paced pediatric environment. This position plays a key role in creating a welcoming, supportive experience for families during their hospital stay.About the Unit30-bed inpatient unit8-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the first-person patients and families encounter on the unit, providing a warm, friendly, and professional welcomeAnswer and triage phone calls in a high-volume environmentRespond to call bells and communicate needs promptly to the care teamUnlock and monitor secured unit doorsCheck visitors in and out, ensuring unit safety and complianceGreet and assist families, patients, and visitors throughout their staySupport unit operations through clerical and administrative tasksAssist with patient transport as neededThink quickly on your feet while managing multiple prioritiesThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and takes pride in being a calm, welcoming presence for children and their families during critical moments of care.Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.License/Certifications: Current BLS certification preferred or may be required based on location.Experience: One year of hospital or health care setting preferred.Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/AAdditional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/AAdditional InformationMaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.The pay range for this position is $19.10 to $22.53 per hour.Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
Worksite address
portland, ME, 04101, US
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