Certified Nursing Assistant, Long Term Care (Full-Time, Night Shift)

Adventist Health; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Provides personal nursing care to the patient under the direction of a licensed registered nurse (RN). Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living including self-care needs and reports patients’ status to the RN.

Hospital setting in Adventist Health Delano, a 156-bed facility serving Central California. Role requires BLS, CNA certification; preferred phlebotomy or CHDP training. Offers full-time schedule, night shift, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent (preferred).
• BLS certification required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred in CA and HI.
• Audiometry and vision training or CHDP certificate preferred in CA and HI.
• CNA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs activities of daily living and supports nutrition, hydration, and personal care.
• Takes vital signs including pulse and blood pressure.
• Assists patients with bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Completes routine clerical duties and reports patient status to the RN.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Description

Focused on growth and technological expertise since 1974, Adventist Health Delano is a full-service community and regional teaching hospital. We are comprised of a 156-bed medical center serving 10 rural Central California cities with primary and specialty care services. Delano is central to all that California has to offer and is the second-largest city in Kern County. A nice balance of small-town community and cultural diversity, Delano offers vitality and energy to our community.

Job Description

Focused on growth and technological expertise since 1974, Adventist Health Delano is a full-service community and regional teaching hospital. We are comprised of a 156-bed medical center serving 10 rural Central California cities with primary and specialty care services. Delano is central to all that California has to offer and is the second-largest city in Kern County. A nice balance of small-town community and cultural diversity, Delano offers vitality and energy to our community.

Job Summary

Provides personal nursing care to the patient under the direction of a licensed registered nurse (RN). Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living including self‑care needs. Performs routine assigned tasks and reports patients’ status and concerns to the RN.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Phlebotomy Certification: Preferred in CA and HI
• Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred in CA and HI
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living, including assisting with nutrition and hydration, elimination, personal care, positioning devices, restraints and restorative care.
• Takes vital signs including, pulse and blood pressure.
• Helps patients with their basic needs, i.e., bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Performs a variety clerical duties, which include but is not limited to routing patient reports as appropriate. Uses organizational skills to keep unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated. Provides assessment data to certified nurse within the scope of practice (vital signs, patient verbal and nonverbal responses, etc.).
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith‑based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 74927

Job Category : Assistant

Posting Date : 2026-10-28T23:43:53+00:00

Job Shift : Night Shift

Locations :

Delano, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $31.36. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Long Term Care - Sub Acute

Shift Length : 12 Hours