Certified Nursing Assistant (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health • San Luis Obispo, CA

3h • Onsite

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

• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Required
• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required

Nice To Haves

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Phlebotomy Certification: Preferred
• Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred

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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED