Care Partner (CNA) - 5 North Med/Surg - Per Diem 12 Hour Night Shift (Union)
About The Position
The Care Partner provides nursing staff support in patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as equipment setup and maintenance. The emphasis on each area depends on the assigned unit. This position is on the 5 North Medical/Surgical unit and is per diem, with 12-hour night shifts. USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is part of Keck Medicine of USC and serves the Foothills area of Los Angeles as a community hospital backed by an academic medical center. Its services include personalized care, 24/7 emergency services, medical advancements, research, and clinical trials.
Requirements
- Current California Certified Nurse Assistant certification, or active enrollment in an accredited nursing program with equivalent training and completion of at least the Fundamentals of Nursing course with a grade of B or better.
- Six months to one year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, or active enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
- Ability to pass a four-hour USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Electronic Health Record data entry training course.
- Skill in prioritizing assignments and completing work in a timely manner amid competing requirements and a heavy workload.
- Maintain active California Certified Nurse Assistant certification, or maintain active enrollment in an accredited nursing program. Individuals who graduate or drop out of an accredited nursing program will be suspended from work and given 30 calendar days to re-enroll or obtain California Certified Nurse Assistant certification.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) card.
- AB 508 Certification; if not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer into the department and maintained through renewal before expiration.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting, depending on unit definition.
- Understanding of basic medical terminology and abbreviations.
Responsibilities
- Support nursing staff in patient care delivery.
- Perform clerical functions.
- Help organize the unit environment.
- Set up and maintain equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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