Critical Care Support Assistant - Day Shift, Full-Time (PTO & Benefits)

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Clinical Support Assistant for the Critical Care Stepdown unit. The role involves assisting registered nurses, performing routine patient care tasks, monitoring vital signs, and supporting the care team in daily patient management.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or GED, good communication skills, and ability to follow directions. No prior experience is required, and BLS is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• Current BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient health status and implement the plan of care.
• Carry out physician and nursing orders within scope.
• Take and record blood pressures, temperatures, pulse and weights.
• Perform blood glucose monitoring.
• Set up telemetry monitoring and remove when needed.
• Collect specimens as directed.
• Apply dressings and assist with sterile procedures.
• Assist with admission, discharge and transfer processes.
• Transport patients to treatment areas as needed.

Skills

Basic nursing techniques

Effective communication

Follow instructions

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Clinical Support Assistant for the Critical Care Stepdown unit. The role involves assisting registered nurses, performing routine patient care tasks, monitoring vital signs, and supporting the care team in daily patient management.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or GED, good communication skills, and ability to follow directions. No prior experience is required, and BLS is required upon hire.