Per Diem Nursing Assistant- Medical/Surgical Telemetry 3T- Day Shift

UC Irvine; California (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A leading university healthcare provider in California is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant for their Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit on the day shift. This role requires assisting with patient care, taking vital signs, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should have relevant certifications or be enrolled in a nursing program, along with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and patient care experience. The position entails working variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
• Demonstrated patient care experience in an acute care setting.
• BLS certification upon hire required.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs accurately.
• Assist patients with hygiene and positioning.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment.

Skills

Understanding of basic medical terminology

Effective communication skills

Patient care experience

Ability to work variable shifts

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.)

Enrollment in an accredited nursing program

Job description

Per Diem Nursing Assistant - Medical/Surgical Telemetry 3T - Day Shift

UC Irvine is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to support patient care in the Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit on a day shift.

Position Summary

The Nursing Assistant aids professional and technical nursing personnel by accomplishing a variety of duties and procedures directly related to patient care. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Additional tasks may include stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs accurately.
• Assist patients with hygiene, elimination, and positioning.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment.
• Stock unit supplies and operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and assist with related duties.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to work variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.), Licensed Vocational Nurse, or enrollment in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least one clinical semester.
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire (must be issued by the AHA).

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support Education (BLS) – AHA required.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check, Live Scan, Employment Misconduct, Legal Right to Work in the United States, Vaccination Policies, Smoking and Tobacco Policy, Drug Free Environment, Misconduct Disclosure, California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, E-Verify, Pre-Placement Health Evaluation.

See full conditions of employment at https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.