Nursing Assistant - Acute Care | Float Between Campuses

University of California - Irvine Health; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional and technical nursing personnel in patient care. Primary duties include taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit.

You will also stock supplies, operate hospital equipment, and assist with clerical tasks as needed. Successful candidates will communicate effectively, work well in a team, and be capable of handling shifts including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate therapeutically with patients.
• Experience in acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Assist patients with hygiene and elimination.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment.
• Stock unit supplies and operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

English fluency

Therapeutic communication

Vital signs

Team collaboration

Job description

UCI Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional and technical nursing personnel in patient care. Primary duties include taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit.

You will also stock supplies, operate hospital equipment, and assist with clerical tasks as needed. Successful candidates will communicate effectively, work well in a team, and be capable of handling shifts including weekends and holidays.