Acute Care Nursing Assistant – Patient Care & Vital Signs

UC Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health, part of the University of California, Irvine system, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff with vital signs, hygiene assistance, and a clean, safe unit environment. The role may involve stocking supplies, operating equipment, and handling routine clerical tasks as needed.

Qualifications include basic medical terminology, ability to read/write/speak English, strong communication, and at least one clinical semester completion with CNA/LVN certification or

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Demonstrates patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification upon hire (must be issued by the AHA).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Communication skills

Patient care experience

Reading and writing English

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or LVN

Job description

UCI Health, part of the University of California, Irvine system, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff with vital signs, hygiene assistance, and a clean, safe unit environment. The role may involve stocking supplies, operating equipment, and handling routine clerical tasks as needed.

Qualifications include basic medical terminology, ability to read/write/speak English, strong communication, and at least one clinical semester completion with CNA/LVN certification or