Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg Telemetry

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by performing vital signs, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort in a busy acute care unit.

You will help stock supplies, operate basic hospital equipment, and handle routine clerical tasks while maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Required qualifications include CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program, BLS at hire, and English proficiency; night and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires CNA certification or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Experience in acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

English proficient

Patient care

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or enrolled in program

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by performing vital signs, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort in a busy acute care unit.

You will help stock supplies, operate basic hospital equipment, and handle routine clerical tasks while maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Required qualifications include CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program, BLS at hire, and English proficiency; night and weekend shifts may be required.