Acute Care Assistant - ICU

Department: ICU Shift: Primarily Nights (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable): Minimum Pay Range: $21.00 - $24.15 Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: This position works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide and assist with direct patient care services that do not require licensure. Primary tasks include patient hygiene, activities of daily living, nutritional support, vital signs, attaching patient to appropriate monitoring, completing 12 lead ECGs, ambulating and other basic patient care activities as directed. Assists the Monitor Technician by responding to telephone calls, call lights, pneumatic tube arrivals, intercom system and completes miscellaneous filing as directed. Assists in ordering equipment and supplies, assures room readiness, keeps the unit clutter free, and responds to other requests by nursing personnel for resources to meet patient care needs. Maintains positive public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner. Ensures safe handling of infectious material(s) to protect all patients and employees. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Licensure/Certification: · High School graduate or GED certificate required. · Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Knowledge: · A minimum of one year of recent experience as a Nurse Assistant in an acute care setting is required. · Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Nursing School experience strongly preferred. Skills: · The ability to read, write and communicate effectively. · The ability to provide personal care to patients in a compassionate and caring manner. · The ability to position/transfer patients. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.