(CNA) Sr. Nursing Aide - Per Diem - EC Telemetry - 141908

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under RN supervision. You will provide essential daily living assistance, transport, and basic procedures in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Responsibilities include patient transport, specimen and blood product transport, inventory management, and possible cross-training as a Hospital Unit Secretary.

Qualifications

• Active California CNA license.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• One (1) or more years of CNA experience in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated ability to observe deviations from normal.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Perform uncomplicated technical procedures.
• Participate in performance improvement activities (e.g., chart audits).
• Utilize equipment and supplies for patient care.
• Cross-train to Hospital Unit Secretary role.
• Participate in team scheduling and administrative support.

Skills

CNA experience (1+ year)

Bilingual: Spanish/English

Education

Active California CNA license

BART or BLS at hire; commit to BART within 6 months

Medical terminology training

Tools

Epic

UCSD Paging & Scheduling Systems

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the CNA supports the continuum of care by providing basic patient care and assistance with activities of daily living. Performs uncomplicated technical procedures. Participates in performance improvement activities, such as chart audits. Utilizes a variety of technical equipment and supplies. Provides basic patient care support: patient transport, specimen and blood and blood products transport, and inventory management. Cross trains to the role of Hospital Unit Secretary.

This position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Participates in collaborative team environment, including: training and evaluation of peers; scheduling of work; and assisting the administrative functions of the unit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Active California CNA license.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• One (1) or more years of CNA experience in an acute care setting.

• Demonstrated ability to observe deviations from normal.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous acute care experience.
• Experience with Epic, UCSD Paging & Scheduling Systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology or certificate of medical terminology training.
• Bilingual: Spanish/English.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $69,363 - $69,363 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $33.22 - $33.22

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).