Nursing Assistant: Float Between OC & Irvine Hospitals

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

Job summary

University of California - Irvine Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in patient care. Primary duties include taking vital signs, helping patients with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a safe, clean unit.

The role requires CNA/LVN certification or active nursing coursework with clinical experience and reading, writing, and speaking English fluently. The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to safety protocols, including current

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be a CNA, LVN, or enrolled in accredited nursing program with at least 1 clinical semester.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Current BLS certification.
• Becomes Certified workplace violence responder within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Must be able to float between Orange and Irvine locations.

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.
• Assisting with other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology understanding

English reading/writing/speaking

Therapeutic communication

Patient care in acute setting

Ability to work weekends/holidays

Effective teamwork

Education

Basic Life Support

Job description

University of California - Irvine Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in patient care. Primary duties include taking vital signs, helping patients with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a safe, clean unit.

The role requires CNA/LVN certification or active nursing coursework with clinical experience and reading, writing, and speaking English fluently. The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to safety protocols, including current