Nursing Assistant - Intensive Care Unit, Full Time, Day Shift

Cedars-Sinai; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital in California seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide essential, compassionate care for non-acute patients. You will support feeding, hydration, and daily activities while communicating clearly with the nursing team.

The role requires current BLS, a GED or high school diploma, and preferred CNA experience. Day shifts 0600-1830 with some weekend work are included, offering growth opportunities within a service-oriented team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA certification preferred or equivalent experience.
• Current BLS certification required; ability to respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients within the nursing attendant’s scope.
• Assists with feeding and maintains fluid balance as appropriate for patient age.
• Notifies licensed personnel when patients report pain or changes in condition.
• Communicates patient status changes to the RN and care team.
• Assists physicians with procedures under RN supervision; follows directions.
• Documents care and supports shift handoffs and routine duties.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

High School diploma / GED

CNA preferred

BLS certification (required)

Job description

Make a difference every single day!

Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and its staff aim to exceed the expectations of our patients, their families and the community with a service-oriented attitude. We seek excellence, courtesy, teamwork, respect, communication and enthusiasm in our future colleagues. If you are looking for exciting career opportunities with growth potential, come and join the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital!

Job Description

Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and its staff aim to exceed the expectations of our patients, their families and the community with a service-oriented attitude. We seek excellence, courtesy, teamwork, respect, communication and enthusiasm in our future colleagues. If you are looking for exciting career opportunities with growth potential, come and join the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital!

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients within the nursing attendant’s scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial and physical needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned, within the nursing attendant’s scope of practice
• Performs basic patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.
• Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pains
• Demonstrates ability to communicate to the Registered Nurse (RN) any observed changes in patient status and responses.
• Demonstrates ability to assist with feeding patients and maintaining fluid balance with technique appropriate for patient’s age and physical condition.
• Provides explanation to patient and family prior to administering care to patient; answers questions within scope of practice.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nursing Unit Director, Charge Nurse and/or team leader, co-workers and physicians.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of patient, including geriatric and general population.
• Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of an RN.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Meets current documentation standards and policies and completes within shift.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease entities.
• Other duties as needed.

Shifts: Day Shift 0600-1830 including some weekends shifts

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• High School diploma/General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

License/Certifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred)
• Current BLS certification (required)

Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year work related experience preferred
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
• Basic computer knowledge