(CNA) Sr. Nursing Aide - Surgical PCU - 142037

San Diego Supercomputer Center; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is hiring a Senior Nursing Aide (CNA) for the Surgical PCU at Hillcrest. Under RN supervision, the CNA provides basic patient care and assists with activities of daily living, transport, and specimen handling.

The role requires an Active California CNA license, BART or BLS at hire with a six-month commitment to obtain BART, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment across shifts. 90% appointment, 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Active California CNA license.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Patient transport, specimen and blood transport, and inventory management.

Education

Active California CNA license

Job description

Payroll Title

NURSE AID SR

Department

HC 7 PCU

Hiring Pay Scale

$26.53 - $35.03 / Hour

Worksite

Hillcrest

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

90%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 12-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#142037 (CNA) Sr. Nursing Aide - Surgical PCU

Filing Deadline

Mon 11/16/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 11/03/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

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. 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.

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.
• Demonstrated ability to observe deviations from normal.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of CNA experience.
• Previous CNA experience in a psych, behavioral, or memory care facility.
• Previous acute care CNA or patient-care experience.
• Knowledge of Epic, UCSD Paging & Scheduling Systems.
• Bilingual: Spanish/English.
• Medical terminology certificate.

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: $55,395 - $73,143 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.53 - $35.03

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).

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About UC San Diego Health

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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