Unit Assistant - Full Time - Adult ICU (Day Shift)

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

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

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: 7am-7pm

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).

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 required

• 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

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.