Certified Nursing Assistant SR-Telemetry-Part time-Fountain Valley-Nights

University of California, Irvine•Fountain Valley, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The 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.

Requirements

Understanding of basic medical terminology
Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English
Must be able to work weekends and holidays
Must be Certified Nurses Assist. or enrolled in accredited nursing prog. with completion of at least 1 clinical semester
Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting
Nursing 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 time
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way
Current BLS certification upon hire (must be issued by the AHA)
Approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of University and Medical Center organizations, policies, procedures and forms

Responsibilities

Accurately measures and records vital signs. Recognizes critical deviations in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required
Assists with patient care activities as directed by the RN, including specimen collection, turning & positioning, and patient transportation
Assists 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 making
Receives, accurately inventories, and sends patient belongings when appropriate. Performs Point of Care Testing (POCT) Quality Controls per standards as required.