Unit Aide
Redding, CAJob$30.88–34.7/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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The Unit Aide provides non-clinical support and comfort to patients and staff, assisting with basic patient care under a Staff Nurse’s direction. The role supports daily unit operations through patient comfort assistance, transportation, light cleaning, supply stocking, and message relay. The posting requires a high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support CPR; previous Unit Aide experience is required, though training may be considered for a non-experienced incumbent when operationally feasible.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Unit Aide, you will provide essential non-clinical support and comfort to patients and staff, assisting other members of the healthcare team with providing basic patient care under the direction of a Staff Nurse.
Every day you will support daily unit operations by assisting with patient comfort needs, transporting patients, performing light cleaning, stocking supplies, and relaying messages to nurses to ensure an organized environment.
To be successful in this role, you will exhibit a helpful, compassionate demeanor, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to maintaining unit efficiency and team support within a dynamic healthcare setting.
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Performs basic patient care under the direction of the RN which includes assisting with patient ADL routine, measurement of intake and output and obtaining vital signs
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Completes appropriate documentation which includes patient records ensuring it is completed according to hospital policy
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Assumes responsibility for professional growth by taking advantage of the available opportunities
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Participates in peer review and staff development, which includes unit and quality process improvement activities
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Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict. Seeks counsel for resolution of conflict
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Communicates as appropriate with other members of the healthcare team
Job Requirements
Required
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High School Diploma/GED
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Previous Unit Aide experience (if operationally able, hospital will consider training a non-experienced incumbent)
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Basic Life Support - CPR through an American Heart Association provider
Preferred
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Experience in healthcare environment
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Certified Nursing Assistant: CA
Where You'll Work
Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living.
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Pay Range
$30.88 - $34.70 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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