Nursing Assistant: Campus-Wide Float Pool

University of California, Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff across Orange and Irvine campuses. You will take vital signs, assist with patient hygiene and elimination, and help maintain a safe, well-organized unit.

The role requires English proficiency, basic medical terminology, and a CNA certification or active nursing program enrollment with clinical experience. BLS is preferred and the position offers diverse shifts and opportunities within a leading academic health system.

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.
• Demonstrates patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Taking and recording vital signs.
• Assisting patients with hygiene and elimination.
• Maintaining a clean and safe unit environment.
• Stocking unit supplies and operating hospital equipment as directed.
• Performing routine clerical tasks and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

CNA certification

Enrolled in nursing program (1 clinical semester)

LVN certification (Licensed Vocational Nurse)

Job description

UCI Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff across Orange and Irvine campuses. You will take vital signs, assist with patient hygiene and elimination, and help maintain a safe, well-organized unit.

The role requires English proficiency, basic medical terminology, and a CNA certification or active nursing program enrollment with clinical experience. BLS is preferred and the position offers diverse shifts and opportunities within a leading academic health system.