Inpatient Unit Assistant (CNA/MA)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Unit Assistant to support inpatient nursing care units and assist with patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.

This role helps maintain smooth unit operations and quality patient flow in a dynamic hospital environment. Responsibilities include assisting nursing staff, performing routine tasks, and ensuring accuracy in documentation and communication.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant.
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR courses with manikin check-off.
• Effective communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Typing and computer skills; knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• The Unit Assistant supports inpatient nursing care units and may participate in patient care under the direction of the RN.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Typing

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Detail-oriented

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Unit Assistant to support inpatient nursing care units and assist with patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.

This role helps maintain smooth unit operations and quality patient flow in a dynamic hospital environment. Responsibilities include assisting nursing staff, performing routine tasks, and ensuring accuracy in documentation and communication.