Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Direct Patient Care

Coalinga-Regional-Medical-Center; Coalinga (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coalinga Regional Medical Center in California seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing Department under the supervision of the DON, RN, and LVN. The role involves direct patient care for adults and geriatrics, including vital signs and documentation of care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification or active enrollment in nursing, and BLS on hire. Full-time, part-time, and per diem schedules may be available, with a focus on infection control

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Hospital experience as a nursing assistant or active nursing student; CNA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques, aseptic practices, and CPR/CPR-BLS on hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; basic math skills; work well with others.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• Must maintain assigned work hours and endure long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs accurately (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Performs treatments and procedures as directed; assists in examinations.
• Cleans equipment and maintains a clean, organized patient environment.
• Maintains unit stock levels and assists with inventory.
• Provides patient care activities: bathing, oral hygiene, feeding; assists with hourly rounds.
• Reports changes in patient condition to LPN/Supervisor; participates in safety procedures.
• Upholds safety, communication, courtesy, presentation, and efficiency standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing assistant experience

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing assistant certification

Actively enrolled nursing student

Job description

Coalinga Regional Medical Center in California seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing Department under the supervision of the DON, RN, and LVN. The role involves direct patient care for adults and geriatrics, including vital signs and documentation of care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification or active enrollment in nursing, and BLS on hire. Full-time, part-time, and per diem schedules may be available, with a focus on infection control