How to Evacuate a Hospital (Video)

As a unit secretary, you play an important role in maintaining communication and order during a hospital stay. In the event of an emergency, such as a hurricane or fire, your ability to stay calm and follow directions is essential to ensuring a smooth evacuation. Here are some things to remember if you find yourself in this situation.&nb...

A Hurricane is Coming! What to Expect Working as a Unit Secretary During a Hurricane (Video)

With a Hurricane fast approaching, I have a video for those new Unit Secretaries who have never worked at a hospital during or after a Hurricane. Check it out.&nb...

Working as a Unit Secretary During a Hurricane (Video)

Due to Hurricane Irma in 2018, and because I am a Health Unit Coordinator, I enjoyed spending over 50 hours straight at the hospital where I work. That wasn’t my first time being on lockdown at work. The year before, I spent over 24 hours at work due to Hurricane Matthew. But I learned some things. First, I didn't need to bring everything that I owned with me. I was so...

I Survived Hurricane Irma as a Health Unit Coordinator (Video)

Due to Hurricane Irma, and because I am a Health Unit Coordinator, I had the pleasure of spending over 50 hours straight at the hospital where I work. This wasn’t my first time being on lockdown at work. Last year, due to Hurricane Matthew,  I spent over 24 hours at work. But this time, I learned some things. First, I didn't need to bring everything I owned. I was so proud...