Health Unit Secretary/Care Assistant - RCU/ICU Step Down - FT - 2nd Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join their team. In this vital role, you will provide essential patient care services, support nursing staff, and assist with clerical tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the unit. Your responsibilities will include monitoring vital signs, aiding with daily living activities, and maintaining patient records. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and patient support, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required; completion of CNA or HCA course preferred.
• Requires previous patient care and clerical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical patient care services and support.
• Assist with clerical tasks and maintain patient charts.

Skills

Patient Care

Clerical Support

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant Course

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of the physicians and clinical staff the Health Care Assistant(HCA) supports the assigned unit by providing technical patient care services and support related to patients on the nursing unit. Additionally assists staff, physicians, visitors and ancillary departments with routine patient care activities and clerical support as needed. Patient Care activities include vital signs, activities of daily living, transport, and transfer of patients to include discharge. Clerical support includes directing incoming calls and responding to patient calls, entering patient charges in the computer system, maintaining patient charts, unit files and secretarial supply levels and being responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment.

Qualifications

Education: HS/GED required.

Education preferred: Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant and/or Huntsville Hospital Health Care Assistant course preferred

License, Certification and/or Registration: BCLS is required by the conclusion of orientation.

Experience:Requires previous patient care and/or two years clerical expereience with successful work history. Comparable combinations of education and experience in both clerical positions as well as patient care aide positions will be considered.

Additional skills/abilities: Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.