Certified Nursing Assistant (Full-Time Temporary)

Soledadhealth; Soledad (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Soledadhealth in Soledad, CA is seeking a Full-Time Temp Manual Labor EVCC position. You will provide basic patient care under nursing supervision, including feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, or moving patients, and may assist with transfers.

Applicants must hold an active California CNA license, be able to speak English, and lift at least 20 pounds. This temporary role involves working closely with the nursing staff and performing essential daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Active California CNA license.
• Must speak, understand and read English.
• Able to lift 20 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Pass physical exam, drug screening, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call signals to determine needs.
• Assist with daily living activities and mobility.
• Record vital signs as directed by staff.
• Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition.
• Observe patients for symptoms requiring attention and report to nurses.
• Document observations and patient behavior for nursing staff.
• Remind patients to take medications or supplements.
• Assist feeding and hydration for patients.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms and equipment.

Skills

CNA license

English proficiency

Independent worker

Physical stamina

Documentation software

Tools

Documentation software

Job description

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Full-Time Temp Manual Labor EVCC, Soledad, CA, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Purpose

Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens. May transfer or transport patients.

Position Requirements:

• Must possess an active CNA license issued by the state of California.
• Must be able to speak, understand and read English.
• Able to work independently and stay on task.
• Understand and utilize software programs for documenting resident care.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds, climb small ladders, use step stools, reach for objects, stand and walk for periods of time greater than 20 minutes.
• Successfully pass physical exam, drug screening and background check

Tasks/ Essential Functions

• Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
• Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
• Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
• Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
• Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
• Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
• Remind patients to take medications or nutritional supplements.
• Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.
• Supply, collect, or empty bedpans.
• Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.
• Lift or assist others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers.
• Communicate with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Prepare or serve food trays.
• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other patient areas.
• Record height or weight of patients.
• Collect specimens, such as urine, feces, or sputum.
• Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings, or support bandages, under direction of nurse or physician.