Nurse Aide - ONS

Salinas Valley Health; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly shift differentials

Night shift differential

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health seeks a Nursing Aide (CNA) to perform basic patient care and transport under RN supervision. You will observe patients and communicate changes, assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers, and maintain a safe, clean environment in an 0.8 FTE evening-shift role in Salinas, CA.

Ideal candidates have a CNA certification, a high school diploma or GED, and BLS certification. Prior acute care experience is preferred; BLS status must be current per AHA standards.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Completion of Nurse Aide Certification course or equivalent.
• BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care according to age and developmental needs.
• Observe patients and report changes to the registered nurse.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Aide Certification

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.Department:4M Ortho Neuro SpineWorks under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Nursing Aide performs basic patient care activities according to age appropriate and developmental needs of the patient. May be required to work on other nursing units as assigned. Assists with delivery of patient care by providing patient transportation as appropriate. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned.Performs basic patient care activities according to the age appropriate and developmental needs of the patient.Observes patients and reports any change in conditions to registered nurse .Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.Answers call lights and responds appropriately.Straightens patients' rooms, changes linens, performs routine department tasks.Transports patients as appropriate.Provides care for patients during transportation.Order supplies as needed for patients and replenishes stock.Utilizes positive communication skills to affect conflict resolution and teamwork.Maintains a safe and clean work environment.Contributes to cost-effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regard to changes in Hospital or department activities.Actively participates in achieving departmental goals.Performs other duties as assigned.Education: Work requires knowledge generally acquired through a high school education or GED. Job requires ability to read, write and speak English. Completion of Nurse Aide Certification course or equivalent combination of education and experience.Licensure: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) required. State certification for staff hired after June 1998. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.Experience: One year acute care experience preferred.Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $28.90 - $35.12. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.Shift Differentials:Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.00Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.00Job Specifications: Union: NUHW Work Shift: Evening Shift FTE: 0.8 Scheduled Hours: 32If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!