Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant Naval Medical Center San Diego San Diego, CA Compass 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 Schedule: Services shall be provided Sunday through Saturday from 00002359 hours, including holidays. Shifts are scheduled for 12-hour periods, not including an uncompensated 60-minute lunch break. Job Duties: Prepare examination and patient care rooms prior to patient arrival Assist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directed Measure and record patient vital signs, including temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, and blood pressure Obtain and document patient medical history, medication history, allergies, chief complaints, and vital signs using appropriate forms and systems Perform diagnostic procedures as ordered and within scope of practice Maintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of patient care and examination areas Complete laboratory and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies and procedures Enter demographic information into electronic systems during patient check-in Enter diagnoses and patient departure times upon discharge or release Provide direct patient support while maintaining professionalism, compassion, and confidentiality Support nursing and clinical staff in delivering high-quality patient care services Qualifications: Education: Completion of a certified nursing assistant program required Certification: Must possess and maintain current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Experience: Minimum of one year of experience within the last two years as a Certified Nursing Assistant Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of basic nursing care principles and patient support procedures Ability to accurately document patient information and vital signs Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare documentation systems preferred Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism in a military healthcare setting