Unit Aide

commonspirit· Nursing Float Personnel
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About this role

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. 

One Community. One Mission. One California 

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.

  • 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
  • Communicates as appropriate with other members of the healthcare team

Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Previous Unit Aide experience. If operationally able, Hospital will consider training a non-experienced incumbent
  • Basic Life Support - BLS through an American Heart Association provider

Preferred

  • Experience in healthcare environment
  • Certified Nursing Assistant: CA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Unit Aide position at commonspirit?
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Is the Unit Aide role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Unit Aide role in the Nursing Float Personnel department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Unit Aide at commonspirit belong to?
This Unit Aide position is part of the Nursing Float Personnel department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Unit Aide position at commonspirit?
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When was the Unit Aide job at commonspirit posted?
This Unit Aide position at commonspirit was posted on Jun 23, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Unit Aide
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