Clinical Assistant CVICU

Children's of Alabama•Birmingham, AL
•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant works under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to provide assistive care and communication for patients, team members, professional and technical staff, and visitors. The position is in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at Main Campus Quarterback Tower. The 20-bed CVICU includes four dedicated ECMO suites and provides intensive care management and close monitoring for neonatal and pediatric patients with acquired or congenital heart disease. Patient needs may include comorbidities of heart disease, pre- and postoperative cardiac surgery care, dysrhythmias, cardiomyopathy, cardiac transplant care, and support for ventricular assist devices (VAD) or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) credential.
  • At least one of the following: six months of patient care experience within the last two years; enrollment in a medical-related college program and participation in a clinical rotation; or CNA, CMA, PCT, or EMT certification.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of staff-level job experience specializing in patient care support.
  • Equivalent qualifications include Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant (ARMA), Certified Patient Care Technician, or Certified Emergency Medical Technician (ADPH).

Responsibilities

  • Provide assistive care to patients under the supervision of RNs and LPNs.
  • Support communication among patients, team members, professional and technical staff, and visitors.

Benefits

  • Benefits eligible
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