Nursing Assistant – Acute Care, Vital Signs, Floats

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff in patient care. You will take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and help maintain a safe, clean unit while supporting clerical tasks as needed.

Candidates should have CNA certification and current BLS, with the ability to float between Orange and Irvine locations. Weekend/holiday availability is required to meet patient care needs.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• 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 and operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and assist with related duties.

Skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Patient care experience

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

C.N.A. certification

LVN / enrolled in nursing program

Clinical nursing experience coursework

Job description

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff in patient care. You will take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and help maintain a safe, clean unit while supporting clerical tasks as needed.

Candidates should have CNA certification and current BLS, with the ability to float between Orange and Irvine locations. Weekend/holiday availability is required to meet patient care needs.