What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Secretary - 2N PCU (Days) PT position at Adena Health?
Unit Secretary - 2N Progressive Care Unit
At Adena Health, our clinical professionals are part of focused, collaborative teams where autonomy and patient connection shape the daily rhythm of care. These roles are ideal for candidates who value meaningful patient relationships alongside technical excellence.
Mission Statement: “Called to serve our communities”.
Guiding Principle: “Let all that you do be done in love”.
Vision: To be the region's most trusted partner in healthcare.
Values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Trust.
Position Highlights:
Position: Unit Secretary
Work Life Balance: Part-Time (2 shifts/week) | Day Shift (6am - 630pm) - Every third weekend
- Location/Department: Chillicothe – 2N
Why Adena?
- Supportive, team culture where caregivers are valued
- Community rooted health system providing focused care that truly makes a difference
- Competitive pay and benefits and a focus on work-life balance
- Strong supportive leaders who invest in potential
- Career growth opportunities where your voice matters and your impact is seen
Does Adena offer growth opportunities?
Growth at Adena isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s built through relationships, mentorship, and opportunity.
Caregivers are encouraged to explore career paths that fit their strengths and interests through:
- Emerging leader and leadership development programs
- Tuition assistance and education support
- Skill-building and lateral career opportunities
- Visibility with leaders who recognize potential early
What You’ll Do
The Unit Secretary plays a vital role in supporting all members of the healthcare team by coordinating
essential administrative and clerical functions. As a key contributor to the smooth delivery of patient
care, the Unit Secretary effectively manages communication across multiple channels, facilitates patient
movement—including admissions, transfers, and discharges—and maintains accurate paper and
electronic medical records (EMR). Serving as a liaison among all members of the healthcare team,
including patients and members of their support systems, the Unit Secretary ensures timely, respectful,
and professional communication in person, electronically, and by phone. The Unit Secretary facilitates
continuity of care through paper and EMR navigation, scheduling appointments, preparing forms and
documentation, ordering supplies, managing mail, and supporting overall unit organization and
workflow. In alignment with High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, the Unit Secretary
demonstrates mindfulness, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and reliability in all tasks.
The Unit Secretary performs within the defined scope of the role and carries out non-clinical duties
delegated by the Registered Staff Nurse, supporting the care team with a strong commitment to
delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. This individual must display professionalism, empathy,
and strong interpersonal skills, particularly during periods of high activity or stress. The ability to remain
calm, organized, and respectful in a fast-paced environment is essential. As one of the first points of
contact on the unit, the Unit Secretary upholds a high standard of customer service, confidentiality, and
teamwork. While this role has limited clinical responsibilities, it requires close collaboration with the
interdisciplinary clinical care team and functions under the direct supervision.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Educational Degree: High School Diploma or GED
Why Caregivers Stay?
- Fair, reliable compensation
- Healthcare plans that reduce financial stress (EPO Plan offering the strongest coverage and lowest deductibles when you stay in Adena Care)
- Employer-funded protection and long-term financial support (3.5% retirement match with automatic 1% annual increase)
- PTO that grows with tenure
- Smaller teams = faster visibility
Ready to Explore?
If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your community is at the heart of what you do — we’d love to connect.
Apply today to be connected directly with a Talent Acquisition representative!
Adena Health System is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class