Nursing Assistant — Patient Care & Unit Support

UC Irvine; California; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Irvine, CA is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in patient care. Responsibilities include taking and recording vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment, and performing routine clerical tasks to maintain a safe, clean unit environment.

Strong English communication and ability to work weekends/holidays are required.

Qualifications

• Understands basic medical terminology.
• Must read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Willing to float between Orange and Irvine locations as needed.
• BLS certification required upon hire or as stipulated.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Assist patients with hygiene and elimination.
• Stock unit supplies and operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

English communication

Weekend/holiday readiness

Read/write English

Education

CNA certification

LVN license

Nursing program with clinical semester

Job description

UCI Health in Irvine, CA is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in patient care. Responsibilities include taking and recording vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment, and performing routine clerical tasks to maintain a safe, clean unit environment.

Strong English communication and ability to work weekends/holidays are required.