Night Shift Nursing Assistant - Patient Care

Stanford Health Care; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) for night shifts at the Palo Alto campus. Under RN supervision, the NA provides basic direct and indirect patient care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a safe unit environment.

The role emphasizes patient-centered communication, teamwork, and adherence to hospital policies. Prior experience is not required; BLS is required or can be obtained.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand basic medical information.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Ability to take and record patients' vital signs.
• Willingness to follow RN guidance and hospital policies.
• BLS certification or willingness to obtain BLS.

Responsibilities

• Accurately observes, records and reports patient information.
• Adheres to the standards of nursing care and the hospital policies.
• Assesses and documents vital signs on stable patients (every 4 hours or as directed).
• Assists patients with activities of daily living as assigned.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment and supports unit operations.
• Uses the EHR system in accordance with job requirements.

Skills

Reading and writing

Active listening

Effective communication

Customer service

Confidentiality

Vital signs measurement

Job description

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) for night shifts at the Palo Alto campus. Under RN supervision, the NA provides basic direct and indirect patient care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a safe unit environment.

The role emphasizes patient-centered communication, teamwork, and adherence to hospital policies. Prior experience is not required; BLS is required or can be obtained.