CNA Float Pool

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant for 12-hour day shifts in Escondido, CA. The role provides and documents patient care under RN supervision, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment.

Familiarity with MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, email, and internet is expected. The position requires English fluency and willingness to float across Palomar Health facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• CPI Crisis Prevention within 6 months of hire.
• Excellent English reading and speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Be prepared to float to multiple Palomar Health departments and facilities.
• Operate standard office equipment and basic computer software as part of daily tasks.
• Follow Palomar Health policies, rules, and safety standards.

Skills

English language

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Email

Internet

Education

CNA certification

Tools

BLS Healthcare Provider

CPI Crisis Prevention

Job description

Department:Nursing AdministrationUnion:CHEUShift:12-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)Hours Per Pay Period:72Job Description:Pay range: $23.00 - $28.92Posting Date: 8/25/2026Internal Closing Date: 8/31/26* Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights.Provides and documents care to patients under the direction of the RN, to include safe, comfortable and confidential environment. Participates as a team member to insure appropriate resources to all internal/external customers. Required to float to various departments and Palomar Health facilities.Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.Job RequirementsMinimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensurePreferred Education: Not ApplicableMinimum Experience: 0 - 6 months relatedPreferred Experience: 1 year relatedRequired License: Not ApplicablePreferred License: Not ApplicableRequired Certification:Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare ProviderCrisis Prevention (CPI) within 6 months of hirePreferred Certification: Not ApplicableWe are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.