Nursing Assistant Per Diem Mental Health Emergency Treatment

For questions regarding this position please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Regional Medical Center - Arlington Campus is seeking to fill multiple Nursing Assistant - Per Diem positions to support their Mental Health Emergency Treatment Unit located in Riverside.

Under supervision assists professional nursing personnel or other professional healthcare providers in providing basic patient care and treatment; observes patients via video monitoring equipment from a remote location; performs nonprofessional nursing duties in the care of physically and mentally ill patients; reports changes in patient condition or behavior promptly; participate in approved de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques and performs other related duties as required. The Nursing Assistant is an entry-level classification and typically reports to appropriate supervisory or management-level nursing staff. Incumbents may be assigned to any outpatient clinic or inpatient nursing unit across the Riverside University Health System (RUHS) or within the Department of Public Health.

The most competitive candidate acquires a Nursing Assistant Certification and has at least 6 months of e xperience in behavioral health psychiatric or acute care setting. The position requires prolonged standing and walking frequent bending and stooping and assisting patients with activities of daily living. The role involves lifting and repositioning patients up to 50 pounds with or without assistance and safely performing approved de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques including physical interventions when necessary.

Copies of your Nursing Assistant Certification and AHA BLS card must be uploaded to your profile as an attachment at the time of submitting your application to be considered.

Schedule:
Day Shift: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM: 3/12
Night Shift: 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM: 3/12
- Must be flexible to work any shift including weekends and holidays.
- Work schedule and/or Shift Times subject to change upon operational needs.

Salary Range:
$28.700 Hourly

Nursing Assistant Differentials:

- Evening Shift Diff (3p - 11:30p) : $.60 for the time actually worked between the hours

- Night Shift Diff (11:00p - 7:30a): $1.20 for the time actually worked between the hours

Shift Schedule Premium Pay:
Employees working 2 or 3 shifts per pay period will receive a 2% premium and those working 4 or more shifts will receive a 5% premium.

Meet the Team!

At Riverside University Health System Medical Center nursing is more than a job its an opportunity to make a real difference in a vibrant and diverse community. Nationally recognized for its forward-thinking and innovative approach to patient care RUHS Medical Center is also a proud teaching hospital and one of the top employers in the region.

Our 439-bed facility is a designated Level I Trauma Center Primary Stroke Center and home to the regions only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Here youll gain valuable experience across a wide range of specialties including trauma care stroke pediatrics and critical care.

We are committed to your professional growth offering continuous education training and career development programs in a collaborative supportive and rewarding environment. Whether youre an experienced nurse or just starting your career RUHS Medical Center provides unparalleled opportunities to learn grow and make a meaningful impact.

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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential Duties(Depending on the area of assignment may include but are not limited to the following):

Provide basic bedside nursing care to assure comfort and cleanliness of patients; take and record temperature pulse respiration and blood pressure; bathe shave feed and dress patients and assist those capable of self-care.

Collect test and record results of routine specimen examinations; provide patients with bedpans remove and clean them and record intake and output of patients.

May assist in the administration of such treatments as suctions soaks and enemas; give and empty sitz baths; assist doctors or professional healthcare providers with IVs pelvic exams spinal taps or other medical procedures.

Assist patients in getting into and out of bed and wheelchairs; lift or assist in lifting restraining and positioning patients; may set up fracture equipment and assist doctors in applying casts and braces.

Clean and sterilize instruments dressings supplies and utensils; transport patients to and from units.

Maintain renal dialysis equipment; prepare and transport bodies to morgue; may clean restrooms; set up oral hygiene trays.

Observe and report unusual behavior of patients through Unit chain of command; may accompany and attend mental patients in therapy sessions court appearances or daily living routines including social and recreational activities.

May provide patient transportation in the absence of Medical Transportation Technician; assist in admission and discharge of patients from unit; go on ambulance runs as necessary.

Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of the use of AvaSys Telesitter Solution software.

Verbally redirect patients via a 2-way radio from engaging in at risk behaviors; summon nursing staff if a patient requires assistance nonresponsive to verbal commands or can no longer be viewed on the video monitor

Other patient care duties as assigned on the unit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Successful completion of the education required by the State of California to obtain the necessary valid certifications. License/Certifications (Must possess one of the following):

1. Valid Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) issued by the State of California
2. Valid Paramedic license issued by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority
3. Valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification approved by the State of California

Knowledge of: The principles methods and techniques of basic patient care and safety; patient vital signs and basic medical terminology; video monitoring equipment and software; safe patient handling techniques including lifting positioning and transfer methods.

Ability to: Read write and speak the English language; learn the principles methods and procedures of basic patient care; learn hospital routines and techniques; monitor and alert nursing staff when a patient becomes a danger to themselves; perform bedside nursing care in an understanding and sympathetic manner; communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset; follow oral and written directions; use a computer 2-way radio mobile phone and video monitoring equipment; maintain simple records; apply proper body mechanics in lifting and moving patients.

Supplemental Information

Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association is required.

Current CNA Certification must be maintained throughout employment.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam including a drug/alcohol test and a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment:

Contact Stephanie Luna at or . Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference and as applicable the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate spouses death certificate a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements please review the Veterans Preference Policy C-3 here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: Overtime Standby/On-Call and Travel Obligations
The County of Riverside offers a variety of alternative work schedules dependent upon department operations and needs. Certain assignments may involve overtime standby/on-call shifts and/or travel; however scheduling shift assignments overtime work standby/on-call duty and travel obligations are subject to management approval operational needs and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding the schedule overtime and standby/on-call expectations and travel obligations.

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. ( AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

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Required Experience:

Junior IC