CNA (Med Surg) NIGHTS

Astrana Health; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health in California seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support patient care on a busy unit at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780. You will take vitals, assist with hygiene, and help with ADLs, while maintaining privacy and infection control.

The role emphasizes teamwork, HIPAA compliance, and a patient-first approach. Our values include putting patients first, integrity, and working as one team; onsite work with a weekly schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Current and active California CNA certification.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and patient-care skills.
• Demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and HIPAA confidentiality.
• Must be physically able to perform CNA duties (lift/transfer patients, assist with ADLs, stand/walk).

Responsibilities

• Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs; recognizes and reports changes in condition and documents activities.
• Assists with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other ADLs, maintaining privacy and a safe environment; adheres to Infection Control and HIPAA.
• Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turning/positioning, and patient transportation.
• Demonstrates proactive care, independent judgment and professional ownership of tasks.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

HIPAA compliance

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

California CNA certification

AHA Basic Life Support

Job description

Compensation: $20.00 - $28.00 / hour

Department: 6170-Medical/Surgical Acute

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

Compensation: $20.00 - $28.00 / hour

Description

About the Role

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 measures and records 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.

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 - $28.00 per hour. The salary range represents our national target range for this role.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidant Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

Additional Information:

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.