Surgical Step-Down Nurse Assistant

UCI Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support clinical staff by performing vital signs, assisting with patient hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit environment.

The role also involves stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, completing routine clerical tasks, and supporting other nursing duties as assigned to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or enrolled in accredited nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical semester.
• Demonstrated patient care experience in acute care settings.
• Nursing Assistants hired before May 2010 without CNA certification are not required to obtain it now.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way.
• Current BLS certification upon hire (AHA issued).
• Approved workplace violence responder training within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Assist patients with hygiene and elimination.
• Maintain a clean and safe unit environment.
• Assist with stocking unit supplies.
• Operate hospital equipment as directed.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

English proficiency

Weekend/holiday availability

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clinical patient care

Therapeutic communication

BLS certification

Workplace violence training

Education

Nursing Assistant certification

Enrolled in accredited nursing program

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support clinical staff by performing vital signs, assisting with patient hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean, safe unit environment.

The role also involves stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, completing routine clerical tasks, and supporting other nursing duties as assigned to ensure high-quality patient care.