Nursing Assistant, Med/Surg Acute

Sutter Health; Jackson (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health's SAH-Sutter Amador Hospital invites qualified individuals to join as a patient care assistant. You will perform routine patient care, support activities, and follow established standards to ensure privacy, safety, and quality in patient interactions.

This full-time, on-site position in Amador County features a 12-hour shift and a 36-hour weekly schedule, with rotating weekends. Emphasis on teamwork, communication, and adherence to regulatory guidelines ensures optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills and clinic procedures.
• Proficient in basic medical terminology and able to explain care clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient care and support activities.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to support the patient care plan.

Skills

Basic patient care

Emergency care knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SAH-Sutter Amador Hospital

Position Overview

Performs routine patient care, support and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Education

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Skills And Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, clinic procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for role (i.e. chest compressions, dialing 911)
• Ability to follow instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain patient care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed, Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $28.75 to $40.24 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.