Inpatient Unit Assistant (CNA/MA) — 36h, 7a–7p

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Unit Assistant to support inpatient nursing care units under the direction of the registered nurse. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and providing patients with safe, comfortable care.

Minimum qualifications include CNA or Medical Assistant certification and current BLS through ILCOR. You should have good communication, typing, time management, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to perform detail-oriented tasks.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient nursing care units and may participate in patient care under RN direction.
• Assist with patient care tasks and maintain accuracy in documentation.
• Demonstrate good communication and teamwork in a busy healthcare setting.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

BLS certification

Communication skills

Typing

Time management

Medical terminology

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Unit Assistant to support inpatient nursing care units under the direction of the registered nurse. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and providing patients with safe, comfortable care.

Minimum qualifications include CNA or Medical Assistant certification and current BLS through ILCOR. You should have good communication, typing, time management, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to perform detail-oriented tasks.