Nursing Assistant — Critical Patient Care & Team Support

UCI Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings plans

Sick and vacation time

Job summary

UCI Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by performing vital sign checks, hygiene assistance, and basic patient care. You will help maintain a clean, safe unit and assist with routine tasks such as stocking supplies and simple clerical duties.

The role requires English proficiency, ability to work variable shifts including nights and weekends, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or enrolled in accredited nursing program with clinical experience.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification upon hire (AHA).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

CNA or nursing program

Therapeutic communication

Acute care experience

BLS certification

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

None

Job description

UCI Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by performing vital sign checks, hygiene assistance, and basic patient care. You will help maintain a clean, safe unit and assist with routine tasks such as stocking supplies and simple clerical duties.

The role requires English proficiency, ability to work variable shifts including nights and weekends, and current BLS certification.