(CNA) Sr. Nursing Aide - Per Diem - Shiley - 141299

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks a Nurse Assistant SR PD at Shiley Eye Institute on a per diem schedule. The role supports basic patient care under RN supervision and participates in care continuity, with 8-hour daytime shifts Monday–Friday and a 20% appointment.

Minimum qualifications include a California CNA certificate and BLS or BART with commitment to obtain BART within six months. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• California CNA certificate required.
• BART or BLS at hire with six-month commitment to obtain BART.
• Ability to observe deviations from normal and communicate clearly.
• Demonstrates UCSD Core Values (Quality, Caring Integrity, Creativity, Teamwork).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Perform uncomplicated technical procedures and patient transport.
• Assist with chart audits and participate in performance improvement activities.
• Cross-train to Hospital Unit Secretary duties as needed.

Skills

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CNA Certificate

Job description

Payroll Title

NURSE AID SR PD

Department

SHILEY OUTPATIENT SURGERY STE

Hiring Pay Scale

$33.22 / Hour

Worksite

Shiley Eye Institute

Appointment Type

Per Diem

Appointment Percent

20%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 8 Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

Filing Deadline

Tue 9/29/2026

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

• California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date.
• Demonstrated ability to observe deviations from normal.
• Demonstrate UCSD Core Values (Quality, Caring Integrity, Creativity, Teamwork).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate ideas for all levels of audiences.
• Be able to work independently and in a professional manner all the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in Pre Op and/or PACU setting.
• Front Desk experience.
• EPIC, UCSD Paging & Scheduling Systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; Medical Terminology Certificate.
• 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).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace