Nursing Assistant - Acute Care & Patient Support

UC Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in California seeks a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff by taking vital signs, assisting with patient hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. You will help stock supplies, operate hospital equipment, and perform clerical tasks as needed.

Successful candidates will have CNA certification or LVN licensure, or be enrolled in an accredited nursing program with clinical experience, and must read/write/speak English proficiently.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Must hold CNA certification or LVN license or be enrolled in an accredited nursing program with at least 1 clinical semester.

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 other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Communication skills

Vital signs

Education

Nursing Assistant certification (CNA)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or in accredited nursing program

Job description

UCI Health in California seeks a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff by taking vital signs, assisting with patient hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. You will help stock supplies, operate hospital equipment, and perform clerical tasks as needed.

Successful candidates will have CNA certification or LVN licensure, or be enrolled in an accredited nursing program with clinical experience, and must read/write/speak English proficiently.