Nursing Assistant – Flexible Shifts & Patient Care Impact

UCI Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange County, California seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care by taking vitals, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. The role includes stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, and handling routine clerical tasks.

Applicants should understand medical terminology, read/write/speak English well, and hold or be enrolled in a recognized CNA program with clinical experience; BLS certification is required on hire.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) or enrolled in accredited nursing program with at least 1 clinical semester completion.
• Nursing Assistants hired before May 2010 not required to obtain C.N.A. certification at this time.
• 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 and operating hospital equipment as directed.
• Performing routine clerical tasks and supporting related duties.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Education

C.N.A. certification

Job description

UCI Health in Orange County, California seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care by taking vitals, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. The role includes stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, and handling routine clerical tasks.

Applicants should understand medical terminology, read/write/speak English well, and hold or be enrolled in a recognized CNA program with clinical experience; BLS certification is required on hire.