CNA Certified Nursing Assistant

Nursing AssistantThe Nursing Assistant aids professional and technical nursing personnel primarily by accomplishing a variety of duties and procedures which are directly related to patient care. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Will assist with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned.The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.Accurately measures and records vital signs. Recognizes critical deviations in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as requiredAssists with patient care activities as directed by the RN, including specimen collection, turning & positioning, and patient transportationAssists patient with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean & safe environment.Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision makingReceives, accurately inventories, and sends patient belongings when appropriate. Performs Point of Care Testing (POCT) Quality Controls per standards as required.Total Effort 100.00%Understanding of basic medical terminologyMust be able to read, write and speak effectively in EnglishMust be able to work weekends and holidaysMust be Certified Nurses Assist. or enrolled in accredited nursing prog. with completion of at least 1 clinical semesterDemonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care settingNursing Assistants hired prior to May 2010 who did not possess certification as a Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) are not required to obtain it at this timeDemonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic wayCurrent BLS certification upon hire (must be issued by the AHA)Approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafterKnowledge of University and Medical Center organizations, policies, procedures and formsSitting: 5% of timeStanding: 40% of timeWalking: 55% of timeBalancing: NeverBending: OccasionallyClimbing: NeverCrawling: NeverCrouching: OccasionallyKneeling: OccasionallyTurning: FrequentlyTwisting: FrequentlyCarrying: Up to 25 PoundsLifting: Up to 50 PoundsPulling: Up to 100 PoundsPushing: Up to 100 PoundsGloves: RequiredMask: RequiredScrubs: RequiredFingering: OccasionallyHandling: FrequentlyReaching: FrequentlyWe offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanEmployment Misconduct*Legal Right to Work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free Environment*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at View email address on click.appcast.io or at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.