Nursing Attendant: Compassionate Patient Care & Support

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, California, seeks a Nursing Attendant who supports patients under supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician. You perform basic patient care tasks, follow standards of care, and help ensure a safe, respectful environment.

This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to policies. You will assist with data collection, charting, and responding to patient needs, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• State Certification as a Nursing Assistant or completion of a Nursing Attendant course.
• Current enrollment in an approved RN or LVN program may substitute for 1 year of experience.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude and identifies new ideas.
• Utilizes effective communication strategies within the chain of command.
• Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens with proper body mechanics.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and a clean, safe environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

State Certification as Nursing Assistant

Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, California, seeks a Nursing Attendant who supports patients under supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician. You perform basic patient care tasks, follow standards of care, and help ensure a safe, respectful environment.

This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to policies. You will assist with data collection, charting, and responding to patient needs, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.