Certified Nursing Assistant – Acute Care Support & Vital Signs

University of California - Irvine Health; Placentia (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff with patient care tasks across our Orange and Irvine campuses. You will take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and help maintain a safe unit environment.

The role requires English proficiency, CNA or LVN certification (or enrollment in a nursing program with clinical semesters), and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must float between Orange and Irvine locations as needed.
• Certified Nursing Assistant license or LVN license or enrollment in accredited nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical semester.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Current BLS certification (AHA).
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Medical terminology

English fluency

Therapeutic communication

Patient care experience

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

CNA or LVN license

Enrolled in accredited nursing program with 1+ clinical semester

Job description

University of California, Irvine Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff with patient care tasks across our Orange and Irvine campuses. You will take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and help maintain a safe unit environment.

The role requires English proficiency, CNA or LVN certification (or enrollment in a nursing program with clinical semesters), and current BLS certification.