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

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Unit Assistant position at St. Tammany Health System supports inpatient nursing care units and may participate in patient care under the direction of the registered nurse (RN).

Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant is required, with current BLS certification through ILCOR and ability to perform detail-oriented tasks. Physical demands include lifting at least 50 pounds and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• CNA or MA certification required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports inpatient nursing care units under RN direction.
• Participates in patient care as assigned.
• Handles documentation and basic patient care tasks.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

BLS Certification

Job description

## Unit Assistant - Full Time - Adult ICU (Day Shift)Apply: Covington, LA: Full time: Posted Today: R12939At 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%) - seeingFrequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearingOccasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), stooping, crouching**EMPLOYMENT**Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found **by clicking here**, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.**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.