Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing AssistantNaval Medical Center San Diego - San Diego, CA 92134OverviewSalary Range $25.00 - $33.09 Hourly Position Type Full Time Category Health CareDescriptionNaval Medical Center San Diego – San Diego, CACompass Government Solutions is currently recruiting qualified Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide inpatient nursing support services on 5 West at Naval Medical Center San Diego in San Diego, California.This position supports patient care operations in a military medical center environment, including admissions, discharges, transfers, vital signs, patient documentation, examination room preparation, and clinical support services.Work ScheduleServices shall be provided Sunday through Saturday from 0000–2359 hours, including holidays. Shifts are scheduled for 12-hour periods, not including an uncompensated 60-minute lunch break.Duty Hours: NoneOn-Call Hours: NoneCall-Back Hours: NoneOverage Hours: NoneJob DutiesPrepare examination and patient care rooms prior to patient arrivalAssist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directedMeasure and record patient vital signs, including temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, and blood pressureObtain and document patient medical history, medication history, allergies, chief complaints, and vital signs using appropriate forms and systemsPerform diagnostic procedures as ordered and within scope of practiceMaintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of patient care and examination areasComplete laboratory and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies and proceduresEnter demographic information into electronic systems during patient check-inEnter diagnoses and patient departure times upon discharge or releaseProvide direct patient support while maintaining professionalism, compassion, and confidentialitySupport nursing and clinical staff in delivering high-quality patient care servicesQualificationsEducationCompletion of a certified nursing assistant program requiredCertificationMust possess and maintain current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)ExperienceMinimum of one year of experience within the last two years as a Certified Nursing AssistantRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of basic nursing care principles and patient support proceduresAbility to accurately document patient information and vital signsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environmentFamiliarity with electronic medical records and healthcare documentation systems preferredAbility to maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism in a military healthcare setting