Compassionate Nursing Assistant – Patient Care & Support

University of California - Irvine Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

UCI Health in Irvine is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by taking vitals, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a safe patient environment. You will help stock and prepare units, operate hospital equipment as directed, and handle light clerical tasks.

Ideal candidates have basic medical terminology knowledge, English proficiency, and CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program with clinical experience.

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 Nursing Assistant or enrolled in accredited nursing program with at least 1 clinical semester.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association) on hire.
• Approved workplace violence responder training within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic manner.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic medical terminology

English communication

Weekend/holiday availability

CNA or nursing student

BLS certification

Education

CNA certification or nursing program (clinical)

Job description

UCI Health in Irvine is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by taking vitals, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a safe patient environment. You will help stock and prepare units, operate hospital equipment as directed, and handle light clerical tasks.

Ideal candidates have basic medical terminology knowledge, English proficiency, and CNA certification or enrollment in a nursing program with clinical experience.