Sitter/CNA

Community Memorial Health System; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials

In-House Registry Rates

Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision

Job summary

Community Memorial Health System in Ventura, CA is hiring for Sitter, CNA/Nurse Tech Float Resources to provide safe, observational patient care under supervision. The posted pay range is $24.15–$28.60 per hour, with placement based on position and qualifications.

CNA certification required for the CNA path; BLS is also required. Apply with or without CNA certification; candidates may be placed in either clinical or non-clinical roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current California CNA Certification required for CNA path.
• One year of Nurse Tech/CNA experience in acute care or SNF preferred, not required for Nurse Tech path.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains constant observation of the patient to ensure safety.
• Provides patient care within scope of practice and promptly meets patient needs.
• Redirects the patient as needed and appropriate.
• Reports changes in condition to the primary care nurse.
• When ambulatory, stays with the patient and uses a gait belt as applicable.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

California CNA Certification

Job description

Compensation

Salary Range: $24.15 - $28.60 / hour

The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range.

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Responsibilities

Position Overview: The Sitter, CNA/Nurse Tech Float Resources provides safe, efficient, and therapeutic patient care for patients who require a sitter while in the hospital, including constant observation, under the direction of a Licensed Nurse and/or Medical Staff.

Note: Candidates may be hired into either a clinical or non-clinical Sitter position based on certification status.

• Clinical position: Sitter, CNA - requires a valid California CNA certification.
• Non-clinical position: Sitter, Nurse Tech - does not require CNA certification.

The posted pay range reflects the full range across both classifications, from the lower end of the Sitter, Nurse Tech scale to the higher end of the Sitter, CNA scale

Qualifications

Notice to Applicants: The position is available as either Sitter, Nurse Tech or Sitter, CNA. Placement into the appropriate role will be based on the candidate's qualifications, including whether they possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Candidates who do not possess a CNA certification will be considered for the Sitter, Nurse Tech position. The pay for this role ranges from $24.15 to $28.60 per hour, depending on the position and qualifications. We encourage candidates with or without a CNA certification to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Current California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification
• One (1) year of experience working as a Nurse Tech or CNA in an acute care environment or skilled nursing facility (SNF) - not required for the Sitter, Nurse Tech position
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Maintains constant observation of the patient to ensure safety.
2. Provides patient care within scope of practice, promptly meeting patient needs.
3. Redirects the patient as needed and appropriate.
4. Promptly reports changes in condition or other concerns to the primary care nurse.
5. When the patient is ambulatory, remains with them and uses a gait belt as applicable.
6. When the patient is in the bathroom, remains nearby to monitor safety unless otherwise directed by the primary care nurse.
7. When sitting with a suicidal patient, maintains constant visual observation, including when the patient is in the bathroom or when family members are present.
8. Maintains a neat and calm environment to promote patient comfort.
9. Ensures the patient does not have access to items that could cause harm (e.g., butter knife, glass).
10. Documents activities accurately and in a timely manner to support quality patient care.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Overview

When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on - and answer to - the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That's why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family's health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differentials
• In-House Registry Rates
• Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
• National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer