ICU Patient Care Aide - Compassionate, Hands-On Support

Huntsville Hospital; Guntersville Shores (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital seeks an ICU Patient Care Assistant to support nurses by providing essential daily care to ICU patients. The role includes helping with bathing, feeding, transfers, and routine monitoring under RN supervision.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate competency in the listed skills. This position supports Marshall Medical Centers and related facilities within the Huntsville Hospital system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• On orientation, demonstrate competence in required skills and knowledge for the Patient Care Assistant role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Provide basic nursing care and support to acutely and chronically ill patients.
• Perform patient hygiene, feeding, turning, and mobility assistance.
• Collect specimens and measure intake/output as directed.
• Assist with toileting, weighing patients, and transporting them as needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assistance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

EKG competency

Job description

Huntsville Hospital seeks an ICU Patient Care Assistant to support nurses by providing essential daily care to ICU patients. The role includes helping with bathing, feeding, transfers, and routine monitoring under RN supervision.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate competency in the listed skills. This position supports Marshall Medical Centers and related facilities within the Huntsville Hospital system.