Nursing Assistant, Surgery Center

Sutter Health; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health in California is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care and support within established standards of care.

You will assist with basic clinical tasks, follow privacy and safety regulations, and collaborate with the health care team to support the patient's plan of care.

The role is full-time, dayshift, 40 hours per week, with a competitive benefits package and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques and routine medical equipment.
• Knowledge of emergency care procedures relevant to patient safety.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and schedules.
• Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Clear written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient care and support within scope of practice.
• Follow privacy, safety, and regulatory requirements in care delivery.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to implement the patient’s plan of care.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time within standard operating procedures.

Skills

Patient-care techniques

Emergency care knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD

Position Overview

Performs routine patient care, support and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant certification preferred

Skills And Knowledge

• Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.
• Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for role (i.e. chest compressions, dialing 911).
• Ability to follow instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain patient care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $34.25 to $47.94 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.