Certified Nurse Attendant CNA 5N MedSurg Respiratory Full Time Days

PIH Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare network in Los Angeles is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to facilitate patient care and maintain a safe environment. The role requires strong communication skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and adherence to infection control practices. Join a recognized organization dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current California CNA certification required.
• Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates timely and effective patient care under supervision.
• Helps maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Written and verbal English communication skill

Basic organizational skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of infection control

Able to work using aseptic techniques

Education

Current California CNA certification

Current Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Facilitates the provision of timely and effective patient care under the supervision of licensed members of the healthcare team. Helps maintain a safe and clean environment in order to enhance department operations. Patient care is delivered consistent with the model and philosophy of relationship-based care.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Written and verbal English communication skill
• Basic organizational skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of infection control
• Able to work using aseptic techniques

Required Experience

Required:

• Current California CNA certification
• Evidence of continuing education where required.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association
• LA City Fire Card within six (6) months of employment
• VIP certification compliant with California AB-508 within 6 months of employment

Preferred:

• Prior experience in acute care facility
• Basic windows and computer skills

Qualifications:

• Written and verbal English communication skill
• Basic organizational skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of infection control
• Able to work using aseptic techniques