Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Med-Surg - Loan Forgiveness - Full Time, Days (Culver City) - 10029
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant aids professional and technical nursing personnel by performing duties and procedures related to patient care. The role includes taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. The CNA also stocks unit supplies, operates hospital equipment as directed, performs routine clerical tasks, and carries out other related duties as assigned. The position supports reporting and documentation of care, patient comfort and privacy, collaboration with licensed nurses, and effective communication. The role requires a full-time day schedule in Culver City. A $6,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates with at least one year of experience, subject to stated restrictions and exceptions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated prior patient care experience.
- Certification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the state of California.
- AHA Basic Life Support.
- Understanding of basic medical terminology.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Customer service skills appropriate to the job.
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card for Los Angeles City employees only.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families.
Responsibilities
- Measure and record patient weights and vital signs accurately.
- Recognize and report changes in a patient's condition, take appropriate action, and document activities as required.
- Receive, inventory, and secure patient belongings as appropriate.
- Assist patients with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures, and other activities of daily living while respecting privacy, age, gender, culture, and stated preferences.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment and follow infection control procedures and HIPAA requirements.
- Assist with patient care as directed by a licensed nurse, including specimen collection and transport, turning and positioning, and patient transportation.
- Stock unit supplies, operate hospital equipment as directed, perform routine clerical tasks, and assist with related duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate caring behaviors, take ownership of work, act proactively and thoughtfully, and use appropriate independent judgment and decision-making.
Benefits
- $6,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates; eligibility requires one or more years of experience and is subject to restrictions and exceptions. The program is available only for full-time regular positions, with payments made in increments over 12 months to active employees in good standing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
