Maternity Unit Aide — Patient Care & Support

Samaritan Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Unit Aide in the Obstetrics area to provide compassionate patient care for mother-baby pairs under RN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, document care, and support the obstetric team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires strong teamwork, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate clearly. Previous maternity or medical-surgical experience is preferred, with BLS certification to be obtained if needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; nursing assistant program preferred.
• Maternity and/or medical-surgical experience preferred.
• Computer experience preferred; ability to document accurately.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and collaborate with the care team.
• Assist with ambulation, turning patients and promoting comfort.
• Prepare the surgical suite for cesarean births and support SST and circulating RN.
• Maintain medical records, transcribe orders, answer phones and relay messages.
• May assist with follow-up appointments, ordering DME, data entry and insurance follow-up.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Documentation ability

Education

Nursing assistant program

High school diploma

BLS certification

Tools

Medical records handling

Job description

Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Unit Aide in the Obstetrics area to provide compassionate patient care for mother-baby pairs under RN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, document care, and support the obstetric team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires strong teamwork, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate clearly. Previous maternity or medical-surgical experience is preferred, with BLS certification to be obtained if needed.