Acute Care Nursing Assistant — Weekend/Holiday Shifts

UCI Health Regional Burn Center

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 44,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

UCI Health Regional Burn Center in Irvine, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff by taking vitals, assisting with daily patient care and maintaining a clean, safe unit. You will stock supplies, operate hospital equipment, and perform light clerical tasks as needed.

The role requires basic medical terminology knowledge, English fluency, weekend/holiday availability, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

Understanding of basic medical terminology.
Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Must be Certified Nurses Assistant or enrolled in accredited nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical semester.
Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
Nursing Assistants hired prior to May 2010 who did not possess certification as a CNA are not required to obtain it at this time.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
Current BLS certification upon hire (issued by the AHA).
Approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

Aids professional and technical nursing personnel by performing duties closely related to patient care.
Takes and records vital signs and assists with hygiene and elimination.
Maintains a clean and safe unit environment and stocks supplies.
Operates hospital equipment as directed and performs routine clerical tasks.
Assists with other related duties as assigned.