Unit Clerk
Catholic Health·Town of Smithtown, New York
Catholic Health·Town of Smithtown, New York
The Unit Clerk manages the administrative hub of a nursing floor, handling patient records, communications, and supply ordering. They act as the essential link between nurses, doctors, patients, and families to ensure smooth unit operations.
St.
Catherine of Siena Nursing and Rehabilitation and St.
Catherine of Siena Hospital are proud members of Catholic Health and have served the residents of the Smithtown area for more than 50 years.
St.
Catherine's is located on the north shore of Long Island in Smithtown.
The campus is comprised of a 240-bed nursing and rehabilitation care center; 296-bed not-for-profit community hospital and a 60,000 square foot medical office building.
Our nurses, physicians and support staff are devoted to providing advanced health care in an environment of compassion to our patients, their families and our community.
Our Mission is to create an environment of healing and compassion, to offer care to those in need and to provide a spirit of mutual respect while upholding our religious mission.
We are dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.
Our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities.
We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes – to every resident and patient, every time.
The Unit Clerk serves as the operational and administrative hub of the nursing floor.
This role manages patient records, handles floor communications, coordinates logistics, and interfaces directly with medical staff, residents, and families.
By combining clerical expertise with a clinical CNA background, the Unit Clerk ensures smooth unit operations, regulatory compliance, and efficient information flow in a fast-paced long-term care setting.
Key Responsibilities Manage Medical Records: Oversee patient documentation for admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining strict regulatory charting protocols and privacy compliance.
Coordinate Communication: Manage the nurse's station phone lines, answer resident call lights promptly, relay vital messages, and route information to nurses and doctors.
Logistics & Inventory: Monitor and replenish medical and office supplies on the floor to keep the unit fully operational.
Appointment Scheduling: Coordinate resident medical appointments and organize necessary transportation logistics.
Interpersonal Support: Act as the primary professional link for communication among healthcare teams, residents, visitors, and family members.
Education: High school graduate or equivalent required; diploma or relevant secondary certifications preferred.
Proven experience working as a Nursing Assistant in a Long Term Care or Nursing Home facility is required.
Usd $25.62 - Usd $32.01 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
Candidates must be a high school graduate and possess a current New York State Nursing Assistant certification. Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant in a Long Term Care or Nursing Home facility is required.
Market context
In New York, unit clerk openings are typically tied to ongoing hospital and medical office staffing needs, especially where patient flow and documentation support are essential. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, prior healthcare experience, and comfort with medical terminology and data entry. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and tailor your application to show relevant clerical or patient-facing experience.