Huntsville Hospital Health System·Madison, Alabama
Provides technical patient care services including vital signs, activities of daily living, and patient transport under clinical supervision. Additionally performs clerical duties such as managing patient charts, handling calls, and maintaining unit supplies.
Overview Under the direction of the physicians and clinical staff the Health Care Assistant(HCA) supports the assigned unit by providing technical patient care services and support related to patients on the nursing unit. Additionally assists staff, physicians, visitors and ancillary departments with routine patient care activities and clerical support as needed. Patient Care activities include vital signs, activities of daily living, transport, and transfer of patients to include discharge. Clerical support includes directing incoming calls and responding to patient calls, entering patient charges in the computer system, maintaining patient charts, unit files and secretarial supply levels and being responsible for maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
Education: HS/GED required. Education preferred: Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant and/or Huntsville Hospital Health Care Assistant course preferred License, Certification and/or Registration: BCLS is required by the conclusion of orientation.
https://careers.hhsys.org/why-hh-health/benefits/benefits-at-huntsville-hospital/ Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al
Requires a high school diploma or GED and previous patient care or two years of clerical experience. BCLS certification is required by the end of orientation, and CNA certification is preferred.
Market context
Nursing roles in Alabama typically stay active across hospitals, clinics, and other care settings, especially when units need licensed RNs who can start quickly. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for current Alabama or multistate RN licensure, BLS, and education that meets the unit’s needs, with BSN or specialty certifications sometimes preferred. Review the unit-specific certification timeline and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.
