Acute Care Assistant- Telemetry

marshallmedical; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Medical is seeking an Acute Care Assistant for the North 2 Telemetry unit. The role works primarily night shifts and supports patient hygiene, daily living activities, and nutritional needs under the supervision of a registered nurse.

You will assist with vital signs, EKGs, ambulation, and basic care while maintaining professional interactions with patients and staff. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and current BLS certification; CNA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under the direction of an RN.
• Provide patient hygiene and activities of daily living support.
• Monitor vital signs, and assist with EKGs and ambulation as directed.
• Ensure safe handling of infectious materials to protect patients and staff.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Patient transfer

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS certification

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Department:

North 2 Telemetry Shift:

Primarily Nights (United States of America) Employee Type:

Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable):

Minimum Pay Range:

$21.00 - $24.15

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Acute Care Assistant works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide and assist with direct patient care services that do not require licensure. Primary tasks include patient hygiene, activities of daily living, nutritional support, vital signs, EKG's, ambulating and other basic patient care activities as directed. Maintains positive public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner. Ensures the safe handling of infectious material(s) to protect all patients and employees.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Knowledge:

• Must have one of the following: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-2 Paramedic) experience, current enrollment in prerequisite courses in nursing school, current enrollment in Certified Nursing Assistant training, previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or In-home care, clinical volunteer experience or equivalent combination of education or clinical experience.
• Military equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.
• Acute Nursing Assistant experience preferred.

Skills:

• The ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• The ability to provide personal care to patients in a compassionate, caring manner.
• The ability to position and/or transfer patients.