Senior CNA: Acute Care Support & Patient Care Expert

UCI Health; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time

Retirement plans

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and keeping a safe unit environment. You will also stock supplies and help with clerical tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.

Requirements include CNA certification or enrollment, BLS, and strong communication in English. Weekend/holiday availability may be required in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must be Certified Nursing Assistant or enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical semester.
• Current Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association) at hire.
• Demonstrated patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs (temp, pulse, respiration, BP).
• Assist patients with hygiene and elimination.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment; stock supplies.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and assist with related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA certification/enrollment

BLS certification

Patient care skills

Communication skills

Education

Nursing assistant program enrollment

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff by taking vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and keeping a safe unit environment. You will also stock supplies and help with clerical tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.

Requirements include CNA certification or enrollment, BLS, and strong communication in English. Weekend/holiday availability may be required in a busy hospital setting.