CNA (Sub Acute) DAYS

Astrana Health; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health in Tustin, CA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support nursing staff with direct patient care and routine tasks in a hospital setting. You will measure vital signs, assist with ADLs, and help maintain a clean, safe unit while following HIPAA requirements.

The role requires CA CNA certification, BLS, strong communication, reliability, and teamwork. On-site position with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Current and active CNA certification in California.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Customer service skills appropriate to the job.
• Strong interpersonal and patient-care abilities; team oriented.
• Reliability, professionalism and HIPAA confidentiality.
• Physically able to perform CNA tasks including lifting and ADLs.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs; reports changes and documents activities.
• Aids with hygiene, ADLs, and maintains a clean, safe environment; follows infection control and HIPAA.
• Assists licensed nurses with patient care activities, specimen handling and transport.
• Demonstrates initiative, independent judgment and proactive care in daily duties.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

English communication

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

CNA California cert

Education

HS diploma or GED

California CNA certification

AHA Basic Life Support

Job description

Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour

Department: 8720-Nursing Admin

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

Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour

Description

Abut 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

• This position is onsite. The hospital is located at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… 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.