Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Telemetry

Nursing Assistant

Up to $2,500 Sign-On bonus based on experience

Shift: Nights

Job type: Full Time

Hours:

The nursing assistant provides patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Access to all Patient Health Information is for treatment purposes only.

Responsibilities

Performs general nursing procedures, teaching, interventions, goal setting and treatments (within scope of practice) and reports significant findings to the Registered Nurse or Clinical Manager/Charge Nurse

Organizes care and assumes responsibility for assigned group of patients

Performs bedside hand off at all times

Knowledgeable of growth, development and treatment needed in various populations served

Orients patients to room/unit and ensures, patient communication white boards are complete

Provides skin care and hourly rounding

Organizes and provides care based on priority of patient needs and scheduled activities of patients.

Ensures call lights are answered timely and report patient needs which are outside of the scope of practice to the appropriate personnel

Obtains and documents vital signs, patient height & weight, activities of daily living and intake and output promptly and appropriately

Notifies RN and documents changes in patient's condition, appearance or behavior

Utilizes universal precautions and ensures others do so as well

Ensures compliance, knowledge and adherence to hospital policies, protocols and procedures

Identifies patient safety risks and ensures patient safety is maintained

Advocates and ensures patient rights are upheld

Reports potential crisis situations or unsafe conditions to the nurse in charge

Performs customer service with competence, compassion and respect and providing assistance to patients, physicians, co-workers and visitors in a prompt and courteous manner

Supports changes in clinical practice and assists the department director with implementing changes

Participates in quality improvement programs

Participates in orientation of new staff as needed

Maintains competence in practice as required by facility

Adheres to hospital attendance and punctuality policy

Attends all education required by the facility or the director

Proficient with braces and equipment utilized by patients for activities of daily living

Assists in monitoring mental health patients

Other duties as assigned by unit director

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or GED

California Nursing Assistant Certification upon hire and to be maintained at all times

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support

Non-violent crisis de-escalation training (CPI) completed within 90 days of hire and maintained

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to work with staff, patients and families

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to work in a dynamic environment

Ability to use computer for documentation

Preferred:

• Previous Experience in similar setting

About Us

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Desert Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

Job Info

• Job Identification View phone number on click.appcast.io
• Job Category Nursing
• Posting Date 06/15/2026, 11:28 PM
• Degree Level High School Diploma/GED (11 years)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations Desert Regional Medical Center (On-site)
• Assignment Category Full Time
• Pay Range $24.00 - $24.00 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications and experience