Inpatient Unit Assistant: Nurse Support & Care

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; 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 an RN.

The role requires compassion, accuracy, and the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment. Minimum qualifications include CNA or Medical Assistant certification, active BLS through ILCOR-recognized courses with a manikin check-off, strong communication, time management, and typing skills, and knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Certification as a CNA or Medical Assistant required.
• Current BLS through ILCOR courses with manikin check-off.
• Effective communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Typing and computer skills; knowledge of medical terminology.
• Detail-oriented with ability to perform precise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient nursing care units under RN direction.
• Assist with patient care activities as needed.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

BLS Certification

Typing

Medical Terminology

Time Management

Organization

Communication

Tools

Typing Skills

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a Unit Assistant to support inpatient nursing care units under the direction of an RN.

The role requires compassion, accuracy, and the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment. Minimum qualifications include CNA or Medical Assistant certification, active BLS through ILCOR-recognized courses with a manikin check-off, strong communication, time management, and typing skills, and knowledge of medical terminology.