Care Partner (CNA) - 5 North Med/Surg - Full Time 12 Hour Day Shift (Union)

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Verdugo Hills Hospital invites applications for a Care Partner to support nursing staff in patient care delivery, clerical duties, and unit organization. The role emphasizes equipment setup and maintenance across assigned units.

Qualifications include active California CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program, plus completion of the Fundamentals of Nursing with a minimum B grade. EHR data entry training and basic medical terminology are required.

Qualifications

• Basic medical terminology and abbreviations knowledge required.
• Ability to prioritize assignments during high workload.
• Active California CNA certification or enrollment in an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing staff support in patient care delivery.
• Assist with clerical tasks and unit organization.
• Set up and maintain equipment as needed on the unit.

Skills

Medical terminology

Prioritization skills

Communication

Education

California Certified Nurse Assistant Certification

Enrollment in nursing program (Fundamentals of Nursing with B or better)

Tools

EHR data entry training

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Care Partner provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned.

Minimum Education

Current California Certified Nurse Assistant Certification OR Active enrollment in an accredited nursing program and equivalent training and the completion of at least the “Fundamentals of Nursing” course with a B or better.

Minimum Experience/Knowledge

Six months to one year experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant. [preferred] in an acute care setting (based on unit definition). OR Maintain actively enrolled in an accredited nursing program. Ability to pass a 4 hour USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Electronic Health Record data entry training course. Understanding of basic medical terminology and abbreviations, preferred. Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner when there are competing requirements and a heavy workload.

Required License/Certification

OTHER REQUIREMENTS PER AREA/UNIT: Maintain active California Certified Nurse Assistant certification OR Maintain actively enrolled in an accredited nursing program. Individuals who graduate or drop out of an accredited nursing program will be suspended from work and will be given 30 calendar days to re-enroll or obtain a California Certified Nurse Assistant Certification. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) card. AB 508 Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer into the department, and maintained by renewal before expiration date.

Hourly Rate

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.00 - $30.87.

Location

As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services.

Equal Opportunity and EEO

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Background Screening Policy

Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Benefits and Perks

As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.

About USC

USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills.