Nursing Assistant: Acute Care Support & Vital Signs

University of California - Irvine Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by performing vital sign checks, hygiene assistance, and maintaining a safe unit environment. The role includes stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment, and handling routine clerical tasks to support patient care.

Required qualifications include basic medical terminology, ability to read/write English, and current BLS certification from the AHA.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic manner.
• Demonstrates patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.

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 related duties.

Skills

Understanding of basic medical termin.

Therapeutic communication

Acute care patient care experience

BLS certification

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) or in accredited nursing program

Job description

University of California, Irvine Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by performing vital sign checks, hygiene assistance, and maintaining a safe unit environment. The role includes stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment, and handling routine clerical tasks to support patient care.

Required qualifications include basic medical terminology, ability to read/write English, and current BLS certification from the AHA.