CNA (Med Surg) DAYS

Astrana Health, Inc.; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Tustin seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for full-time employment. This role includes vital sign monitoring, assisting with hygiene, and ensuring patient safety in a hospital environment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and active CNA certification in California, along with strong interpersonal and customer service skills. The position offers a compensation range of $20.00 to $30.00 per hour, with an expectation of on-site work.

Qualifications

• Current and active Certified Nursing Assistant certification in California.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and maintain HIPAA confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record patient weights and vital signs accurately.
• Assist patients with hygiene and routine care activities.
• Engage in caring behaviors and take ownership of work.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-care skills

Basic medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current CNA certification in California

AHA Basic Life Support

Job description

CNA (Med/Surg) DAYS

Department: 6170-Medical/Surgical Acute

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL")

Reporting To: Corazon Tiu

Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) aids professional and technical nursing personnel primarily by accomplishing a variety of duties and procedures which are directly related to patient care. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring the safety of the patient, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Assists with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned.

Our Values:

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

• Accurately measure and record patient weights and vital signs. Recognizes and reports changes in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required. Receives and accurately inventories and secures patient belongings as appropriate
• Assists patient with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean & safe environment. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.
• Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turning & positioning, and patient transportation.
• Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent)
• Current and active CNA certification in California
• AHA Basic Life Support
• Understanding of basic medical terminology
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and patient-care skills; ability to work as part of a team and follow nursing supervision.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and ability to maintain HIPAA confidentiality
• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of CNA patient care: lifting/transferring patients, assisting with ADLs, standing/walking for shifts.

You'd be great for the role if:

• 1 or more years of paid experience working as a CNA in a healthcare setting

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• Our organization follows an in-person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a weekly basis. The hospital is located at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780.
• The total compensation target pay range for this role is $20.00 - $30.00 per hour. The salary range represents our national target range for this role.

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The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.