About The Position

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had. Job Summary: Provides personal nursing care to the patient under the direction of a licensed registered nurse (RN). Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living including self-care needs. Performs routine assigned tasks and reports patients' status and concerns to the RN. This position is represented by SEIU.

Requirements

  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required
  • Phlebotomy Certification: Preferred
  • Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Required

Responsibilities

  • Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living, including assisting with nutrition and hydration, elimination, personal care, positioning devices, restraints and restorative care.
  • Takes vital signs including, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Helps patients with their basic needs, i.e., bathing, dressing and feeding.
  • Performs a variety clerical duties, which include but are not limited to routing patient reports as appropriate.
  • Uses organizational skills to keep unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated.
  • Provides assessment data to certified nurse within the scope of practice (vital signs, patient verbal and nonverbal responses, etc.).
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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