Night Shift Nursing Assistant — Geriatric Care Aide

300 Sharp HealthCare; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in California is seeking a Night Shift Nursing Assistant (CNA) to collaborate with the interprofessional team in delivering quality patient care. You will assist with admissions, discharges and transfers, and ensure safety and comfort for patients on the unit.

Qualified applicants have AHA BLS, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of geriatric or acute care experience. The role supports a unionized workplace with a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• Preferred Qualifications: H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Other Comparable to certified nursing assistant course.
• 1 Year recent experience in geriatric setting or recent experience in an acute care hospital.

Responsibilities

• Admissions, Discharge and Transfer Responsibilities: Ensures complete room set up for new admission and orients patient to the facility. Documents patient belongings and manages transfer logistics.
• Patient care activities: Provides daily care, monitors patients, communicates condition changes and plans with licensed nurse.
• Safety: Adheres to universal precautions and infection control, maintains patient safety and reports hazards.
• Time management: Prioritizes workload, communicates needs, and seeks help when overwhelmed.

Skills

AHA BLS Certification

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sharp HealthCare in California is seeking a Night Shift Nursing Assistant (CNA) to collaborate with the interprofessional team in delivering quality patient care. You will assist with admissions, discharges and transfers, and ensure safety and comfort for patients on the unit.

Qualified applicants have AHA BLS, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of geriatric or acute care experience. The role supports a unionized workplace with a strong team environment.