Unit Assistant - Full Time - Adult ICU

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Covington, Louisiana is seeking a full-time Unit Assistant for the Adult ICU. This role requires certification as a Nursing or Medical Assistant and involves supporting nursing staff in patient care on night shifts. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds and the ability to work in a moderately noisy environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess good physical health and ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work efficiently in a noisy environment.
• Being detail-oriented is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient nursing care units.
• Participate in patient care under the direction of the registered nurse (RN).

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Typing skills

Computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant

Current BLS certification

Job description

Overview

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At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

Job Summary

The Unit Assistant position is responsible for supporting inpatient nursing care units and may participate in patient care under the direction of the registered nurse (RN).

Typical Work Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: Night Shift 7pm-7am

Minimum Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant required.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.
• The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Effective communication, time management, and organizational skills required.
• Must have typing and computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and be able to perform detail-oriented tasks.

Physical Demands

• Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort

• Constant (67%-100%) - seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), stooping, crouching

Employment

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Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.