The incumbent assists other members of the healthcare team with providing basic patient care under the direction of an RN.

+ 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

+ Completes appropriate documentation which includes patient records ensuring it is completed according to hospital policy

+ Assumes responsibility for professional growth by taking advantage of the available opportunities

+ Participates in peer review and staff development, which includes unit and quality process improvement activities

+ Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict. Seeks counsel for resolution of conflict

Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.

+ Previous Unit Aide experience (If operationally able, hospital will consider training a non-experience incumbent)

+ Current BLS certification (Must be through an American Heart Association provider)

For more than 70 years, Mercy Medical Center Redding has offered comprehensive health care in the North State, providing acute care and a full range of medical services. The 267-bed hospital offers major medical services including a Level II Trauma Center as well as specialized Cardiovascular Care, Stroke Care, Orthopedics, Neurological Surgery, Comprehensive Cancer Care, Maternity Care, and da Vinci Robotic Surgery. It is the sole provider of obstetrical services, along with the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Shasta County. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a member of the Dignity Health system and is a sister facility to St. Elizabeth Community Hospital in Red Bluff and Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta. As one of the area’s largest not-for-profit employers, we are proud to give back to the community by providing many programs and services to benefit overall health.