Compassionate Acute Care Nursing Assistant

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff by taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. The role includes stocking supplies and assisting with routine clerical tasks as assigned.

Ideal candidates will understand basic medical terminology, be fluent in English, and be able to work weekends/holidays. Current BLS is required; CNA certification or enrollment in an accredited nursing program with at least one

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be Certified Nurses Assist. or enrolled in accredited nursing prog. with completion of at least 1 clinical semester.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Nursing Assistants hired prior to May 2010 who did not possess certification as a Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) are not required to obtain it at this time.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Assist patients with hygiene and elimination.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment.
• Stock unit supplies and operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

English communication

Weekend/holiday readiness

Therapeutic communication

Patient care experience

Education

CNA certification or nursing program enrollment (1 clinical semester)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff by taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. The role includes stocking supplies and assisting with routine clerical tasks as assigned.

Ideal candidates will understand basic medical terminology, be fluent in English, and be able to work weekends/holidays. Current BLS is required; CNA certification or enrollment in an accredited nursing program with at least one