Certified Nursing Assistant (SEIU), Full Time, Evening Shift

Adventist Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a patient care assistant to provide personal nursing care under the supervision of an RN. The role supports daily living activities, reports patient status, and contributes to unit operations.

This position is represented by SEIU and requires the listed certifications. Typical duties include assisting with nutrition and hydration, vital signs, and basic patient needs while coordinating with the nursing team.

Qualifications

• CNA certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred.
• Audiometry and vision training or CHDP certificate preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs activities of daily living support: nutrition, hydration, elimination, personal care, positioning, and restorative care.
• Takes vital signs including pulse and blood pressure.
• Assists with bathing, dressing and feeding, addressing basic patient needs.
• Performs clerical tasks: route patient reports, maintain unit organization, and communicate patient status to the RN.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS certification

CNA certification

Phlebotomy certification

Audiometry training

Education

High School/GED (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

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. This position is represented by SEIU.

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
• Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
• 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 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.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 72737

Job Category : Assistant

Posting Date : 2026-09-25T17:47:13+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Shift : Evening Shift

Locations :

San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $27.04. 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 : Step Down Unit

Shift Length : 12 Hours