Telemetry Acute Care Aide – Nights (CNA Preferred)

Marshall Medical Center; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Medical Center in Placerville, CA is seeking an Acute Care Assistant to support the Telemetry unit under the supervision of an RN. Primary duties include patient hygiene, ADLs, vital signs, EKGs, ambulation and other basic care tasks.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, infection control, and safe transfer of patients. A High School diploma or GED and BLS are required; CNA certification is preferred; EMT-2/paramedic experience or enrollment in nursing/CNA programs is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.
• Knowledge: EMT-2 Paramedic experience, nursing/nursing assistant program enrollment, or related clinical experience.
• Military equivalents accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with direct patient care and tasks not requiring licensure.
• Assist with patient hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Perform vital signs, EKGs, and nutritional support as directed.
• Aid in ambulation and safe patient transfers.
• Maintain infection control and interact professionally with patients and staff.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Transfers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

CNA certification preferred

EMT-2 Paramedic experience

Enrollment in nursing school prerequisites

Job description

Marshall Medical Center in Placerville, CA is seeking an Acute Care Assistant to support the Telemetry unit under the supervision of an RN. Primary duties include patient hygiene, ADLs, vital signs, EKGs, ambulation and other basic care tasks.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, infection control, and safe transfer of patients. A High School diploma or GED and BLS are required; CNA certification is preferred; EMT-2/paramedic experience or enrollment in nursing/CNA programs is