Acute Care Nursing Assistant | Float Shifts & Patient Care

UCI Health Regional Burn Center; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA seeks a Nursing Assistant to support professional and technical nursing staff by performing vital signs, hygiene assistance, and patient safety tasks. The role also includes stocking supplies, operating equipment as directed, and performing routine clerical duties.

The ideal candidate will understand basic medical terminology, be able to read, write and speak English, and either hold CNA/LVN certification or be enrolled in a nursing program with at least one clinical

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write and speak English effectively.
• Current BLS certification upon hire (issued by the AHA).
• Must be able to float between Orange and Irvine locations as needed.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or in an accredited nursing program with at least one clinical semester.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs for patients.
• Assist with hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment.
• Stock unit supplies and operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

English fluency

Patient care

Team collaboration

BLS certification

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CNA or LVN pathway

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA seeks a Nursing Assistant to support professional and technical nursing staff by performing vital signs, hygiene assistance, and patient safety tasks. The role also includes stocking supplies, operating equipment as directed, and performing routine clerical duties.

The ideal candidate will understand basic medical terminology, be able to read, write and speak English, and either hold CNA/LVN certification or be enrolled in a nursing program with at least one clinical