Unit Assistant: Patient Care & Administrative Support

Northeast Georgia Health System; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Assistant to support hospital units with clerical and patient care tasks. The role involves maintaining patient records, assisting with daily care, and facilitating communication for the assigned area.

The position works under the direction of a registered nurse and provides care across adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations in a team-based environment. Strong multitasking and attention to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience as a nursing assistant, patient care technician, or unit assistant.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and report basic patient data (vital signs, weight, urine/stool).
• Assist with positioning, mobility, hygiene, and comfort per procedure.
• Monitor intake/output and document.
• Report changes to licensed staff promptly.
• Organize patient care and follow physician/nursing orders within timeframes.
• Perform therapeutic procedures as directed and report patient response.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR systems

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Unit Assistant to support hospital units with clerical and patient care tasks. The role involves maintaining patient records, assisting with daily care, and facilitating communication for the assigned area.

The position works under the direction of a registered nurse and provides care across adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations in a team-based environment. Strong multitasking and attention to safety are essential.