Overview
- 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.
Job Details
- 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.
Qualifications
Education: High school graduate or equivalent required; diploma or relevant secondary certifications preferred.
Experience
Proven experience working as a Nursing Assistant in a Long Term Care or Nursing Home facility is required.
Skills
- Strong organizational capabilities, basic computer proficiency (data entry/keyboarding), knowledge of medical terminology, and exceptional customer service skills.
- Special
- Requirements
- Mandatory
- Certification: Must possess a valid, current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New York State. Applications without a verified NYS CNA license will not be considered.
Salary Range
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.
