Certified Nursing Assistant (Per Diem, Night Shift)

Adventist Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health White Memorial in Los Angeles is seeking a per diem Nursing Assistant to provide bedside care under the supervision of an RN. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and support the telemetry unit's operations in a busy hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting patient data, communicating concerns to the RN, and performing routine clerical tasks to keep the unit running smoothly. A CNA credential and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• CNA certification required.
• Phlebotomy, audiometry or CHDP certification preferred in CA/HI.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal nursing care under the direction of an RN.
• Performs activities of daily living assistance and reports patient status.
• Takes vital signs and supports basic patient needs (bathing, dressing, feeding).
• Completes clerical duties to route patient reports and maintain unit flow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Nursing assistance

Clerical tasks

Organizational skills

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.

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
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): 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 are 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.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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 : 73943

Job Category : Assistant

Posting Date : 2026-10-13T00:40:26+00:00

Locations : Los Angeles, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $29.56. 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 : Telemetry Unit

Shift Length : 12 Hours