Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (CNA)

UC Irvine; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

UCI Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional and technical nursing staff by performing patient-care duties and routine tasks. The role emphasizes accurate vital sign measurement, specimen handling, and safe, compassionate assistance with daily activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining patient privacy, assisting with hygiene, and helping with equipment and housekeeping to ensure a clean, safe unit.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be CNA or enrolled in accredited nursing program with clinical completion.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measures and records vital signs and documents activities.
• Assists RN with patient care activities including specimen collection and positioning.
• Assists patients with hygiene and activities of daily living while protecting privacy and dignity.
• Maintains a clean and safe unit environment and handles routine clerical tasks.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

English proficiency

Basic medical terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

UCI Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional and technical nursing staff by performing patient-care duties and routine tasks. The role emphasizes accurate vital sign measurement, specimen handling, and safe, compassionate assistance with daily activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining patient privacy, assisting with hygiene, and helping with equipment and housekeeping to ensure a clean, safe unit.