CNA, Med/Surg (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and support under the direction of an RN. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, and communicating patient needs to the RN.

The position is per diem with day shifts and 12-hour shifts, located in Tehachapi, CA. The role requires CNA certification and BLS; phlebotomy and audiometry/CHDP certificates are preferred in CA/HI.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required
• CNA certification is required
• Phlebotomy certification preferred in CA and HI
• Audiometry and vision training or CHDP certificate preferred in CA and HI

Responsibilities

• Assists with activities of daily living (nutrition, hydration, elimination, personal care)
• Takes vital signs and reports status to RN
• Performs clerical duties to keep the unit running smoothly
• Provides assessment data to the licensed nurse within scope of practice
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Education/GED

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley has been providing high-quality healthcare services since 1934. We are comprised of a 25-bed hospital, wide range of outpatient services, emergency department, rural health clinics and medical offices. Tehachapi is located just north of Southern California's highly populated areas, with a mountain locale known for its outdoor living. Residents enjoy the scenic beauty, extreme sports and wildlife. Tehachapi is a nice balance of a small-town community within an epicenter of shopping, retail, arts and culture.

Job Description

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley has been providing high-quality healthcare services since 1934. We are comprised of a 25-bed hospital, wide range of outpatient services, emergency department, rural health clinics and medical offices. Tehachapi is located just north of Southern California's highly populated areas, with a mountain locale known for its outdoor living. Residents enjoy the scenic beauty, extreme sports and wildlife. Tehachapi is a nice balance of a small-town community within an epicenter of shopping, retail, arts and culture.

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.

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

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 74511

Job Category : Assistant

Posting Date : 2026-10-20T18:57:41+00:00

Job Shift : Day Shift

Locations : Tehachapi, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $31.36. 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 : Med/Surg

Shift Length : 12 Hours