Acute Care Assistant - Telemetry

Marshall Medical Center; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Marshall Medical Center in Placerville, CA is seeking an Acute Care Assistant who will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to provide basic patient care and support. Responsibilities include patient hygiene, vital signs, EKGs, and transferring patients in a supervised setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, safety in handling infectious materials, and collaboration with physicians and staff. Night shifts are available, with per diem scheduling and RN oversight.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred; EMT/Paramedic experience or CNA training in progress acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform patient hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Monitor vital signs and conduct EKGs.
• Support nutritional and mobility needs.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Transfer patients

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

Department:North 2 TelemetryShift:Primarily Nights (United States of America)Employee Type:Regular - Per DiemPer Diem Type (if applicable):Non-RN Per Diem 2Minimum Pay Range:$21.00 - $24.15Job Description:POSITION SUMMARYThe 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 QUALIFICATIONSEducation/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.