Compassionate Nursing Assistant: Vital Signs & Patient Care

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

Job summary

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care on a busy clinical unit.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene, maintaining a clean environment, and performing routine clerical tasks as needed. Eligibility includes CNA/LVN certification or active nursing program enrollment with clinical experience, plus BLS.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be Certified Nurses Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse, or enrolled in accredited nursing program with at least 1 clinical semester.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification issued by the AHA.

Responsibilities

• The Nursing Assistant aids nursing personnel by taking and recording vital signs and assisting with hygiene and elimination.
• Maintains a clean and safe unit environment and assists with stocking supplies.
• Operates hospital equipment as directed and performs routine clerical tasks.
• Assists with other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

English proficiency

Therapeutic communication

Education

Nursing assistant certification or higher (C.N.A./LVN)

Job description

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care on a busy clinical unit.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene, maintaining a clean environment, and performing routine clerical tasks as needed. Eligibility includes CNA/LVN certification or active nursing program enrollment with clinical experience, plus BLS.