Patient Care Assistant (CNA) – Compassionate, Hands-On Support

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health seeks a patient care staff member to provide support under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The incumbent will interact with patients and families and perform indirect patient care tasks as required by state law.

The role requires current RN licensure or CNA certification for certain timelines, and candidates may be enrolled in a nursing program with a defined path to RN licensure. A 24/7 hospital environment requires rotating shifts and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Current RN or CNA certification may be required depending on role.
• Enrollment in a nursing program with RN license timeline constraints.
• Ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 health system.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with feeding, mobility, grooming, and daily activities.
• Provide direct patient care under RN direction and report data accurately.
• Communicate with hospital staff, patients, families, and visitors.
• Support indirect care tasks such as maintaining a clean, safe environment and transporting patients.
• Assist with scheduling, clerical duties, and admitting/discharge processes as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Emergency response

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

RN student in nursing program

Job description

University of Utah Health seeks a patient care staff member to provide support under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The incumbent will interact with patients and families and perform indirect patient care tasks as required by state law.

The role requires current RN licensure or CNA certification for certain timelines, and candidates may be enrolled in a nursing program with a defined path to RN licensure. A 24/7 hospital environment requires rotating shifts and reliable attendance.