Nursing Assistant: Acute Care Patient Support

UC Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange County seeks a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by taking vitals, helping with patient hygiene, and keeping the unit clean and safe. You may float between UCI Health - Orange and Irvine campuses as needed, with certification required and BLS on hire, while adhering to safety and confidentiality standards.

The role involves stocking supplies, operating equipment as directed, and performing light clerical tasks to ensure smooth unit operations.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Willingness to float between Orange and Irvine locations.
• English reading, writing and speaking proficiency.
• Current BLS certification upon hire.
• Approved workplace violence responder training within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Understanding of basic medical terminp

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Licensed Vocational Nurse or in accredited nursing program with at least 1 clinical semester

Job description

UCI Health in Orange County seeks a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by taking vitals, helping with patient hygiene, and keeping the unit clean and safe. You may float between UCI Health - Orange and Irvine campuses as needed, with certification required and BLS on hire, while adhering to safety and confidentiality standards.

The role involves stocking supplies, operating equipment as directed, and performing light clerical tasks to ensure smooth unit operations.