Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!
Our Nursing department located in Newark Delaware, is looking for a full time Administrative Assistant II to perform organized clerical duties for a defined service within the Department of Nursing. Additionally, the secretary assumes expanded job responsibilities as directed by the Vice-President of Patient Care Services.
The ideal candidate will be well organized, detail oriented and multitask. Candidate to complete tasks and duties within a prescribed timeline. Strong computer skills as well as good verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits of working at ChristianaCare
The responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant II will include;
Performs clerical proficiency in a variety of nursing-oriented secretarial duties.
Coordinates' office activities, communicating messages as needed.
Demonstrates a sound knowledge base of appropriate departmental and hospital guidelines/policies.
Coordinates communication between all levels of the health care team effectively, using both written and verbal communication skills.
Operates department computer system and other equipment in an accurate and safe manner.
Maintains a positive demeanor of helpfulness, courtesy, and cooperation toward employees, physicians, other hospital personnel, other health care providers, and the general public.
Protects the confidential basis of employee or patient information at all times.
Attends staff meetings and mandatory in-services.
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices. Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
Performs other related duties as required.
Office Hours: Day Shift
Qualifications:
Knowledge, skill, and ability requirements:
Knowledge of appropriate departmental and hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of clerical functions specific to the department.
Ability to prioritize workload independently, working within established procedures or protocols.
Ability to make decisions exercising independent judgement in all job-related activities.
Ability to collaborate constructively with all members of the health care team.
Ability to prioritize crisis calls, notifying appropriate manager immediately.
Ability to maintain patient and employee confidentiality.
Ability to locate, use, and maintain appropriate reference manuals.
Ability to operate departmental computer system and other equipment in an accurate and safe manner.
Ability to perform all appropriate psychomotor skills.
Ability to function with an awareness and application of safety policies identified within the MCD.
Ability to communicate effectively utilizing verbal and written skills.
Ability to type accurately at 60 wpm.
Skill in oral and written communications
About ChristianaCare
ChristianaCare was recognized as one of "America's 100 Best Hospitals" by Healthgrades, selected as one of the Most Wired Hospitals in the US by the American Hospital Association, and ranked by US News & World Report as the #3 'Best Hospital' in the Philadelphia region out of more than 90 hospitals. To learn more click on this link https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=AZtpU0ib3t8
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Hourly Pay Range: $22.29 - $33.44This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date
Jul 22, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visithttps://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health care organizations, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs.
ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of primary care and outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,336 beds), a freestanding emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women’s health. It also includes the pioneering Gene Editing Institute.
ChristianaCare is nationally recognized as a great place to work, rated by Forbes as the 2nd best health system for diversity and inclusion, and the 29th best health system to work for in the United States, and by IDG Computerworld as one of the nation’s Best Places to Work in IT. ChristianaCare is rated by Healthgrades as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals and continually ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek and other national quality ratings. ChristianaCare is a nonprofit teaching health system with more than 260 residents and fellows. With its groundbreaking Center for Virtual Health and a focus on population health and value-based care, ChristianaCare is shaping the future of health care.
