Compassionate CNA - Acute Care & Patient Support

University of California - Irvine Health; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

UCI Health is recruiting a Nursing Assistant to support patient care on the unit. You will assist with taking vital signs, aiding with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe environment under the supervision of nursing staff.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, and performing routine clerical tasks as assigned. English proficiency, CNA/LVN status, and BLS certification are required, with weekend/holiday availability expected.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification upon hire (must be issued by the AHA).
• Approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• The Nursing Assistant 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, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment.
• Will assist with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Therapeutic communication

Patient care experience

BLS certification

Workplace violence training

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or LVN enrollment

Job description

UCI Health is recruiting a Nursing Assistant to support patient care on the unit. You will assist with taking vital signs, aiding with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe environment under the supervision of nursing staff.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, and performing routine clerical tasks as assigned. English proficiency, CNA/LVN status, and BLS certification are required, with weekend/holiday availability expected.