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

Adventist Health; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in Lompoc, CA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (SEIU) for full-time night shift. The role provides personal nursing care under the RN, assisting with activities of daily living and reporting patient status. CNA and BLS are required; phlebotomy and CHDP-related training are preferred.

The position is represented by SEIU and requires vaccine compliance and AH policies. Location central California coast community hospital with trauma designation.

Qualifications

• CNA certification is required.
• BLS HCP certification is required.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred.
• Audiometry and vision training or CHDP certificate preferred.
• BLS certification through AH policy is required (facility specific).

Responsibilities

• Performs ADL tasks including nutrition, hydration, elimination, personal care, positioning devices, restraints and restorative care.
• Performs technical tasks such as tube feedings, warm/cold therapies and finger stick testing.
• Takes vitals (pulse, BP).
• Assists patients with bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Fulfills clerical duties like routing patient reports and notes.
• Uses organizational and prioritization skills to keep unit running smoothly.

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification

Phlebotomy Certification

Audiometry and vision training certificate from CHDP

Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support

Job description

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

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

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Phlebotomy Certification: Preferred
• Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
• 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.
• Performs tasks associated with technical skills including, pyloric, jejunostomy, gastrostomy tube feedings, warm and cold therapies and finger stick capillary blood testing.
• 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 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.

Location: Lompoc, CA-93438