Nursing Assistant — Start Your Patient-Care Career

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will participate in tasks such as bathing, feeding, vital signs, and custodial duties to support the nursing unit and patient well-being.

The role requires CNA certification, a high school diploma or GED, and enrollment or graduation from a nursing program, with CPR/BLS certification prioritized. Join a team committed to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) on hire.
• CNA certification required at hire.
• Completion of nursing fundamentals course or current enrollment in nursing school.
• Graduate from an accredited LVN/RN nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN guidance.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Assist with bathing, oral care, feeding, ambulation.
• Manage inventory, documentation, and clerical tasks.
• Support diet assistance and maintain patient environment.

Skills

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification

Nursing fundamentals course

Enrollment in accredited nursing program

Graduate from LVN/RN program

Job description

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will participate in tasks such as bathing, feeding, vital signs, and custodial duties to support the nursing unit and patient well-being.

The role requires CNA certification, a high school diploma or GED, and enrollment or graduation from a nursing program, with CPR/BLS certification prioritized. Join a team committed to compassionate care.