Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Sub Acute - 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 directly related to patient care. The role includes measuring and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, supporting 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 completes other related duties as assigned. The position reports patient observations and changes in condition, documents care, supports patient comfort and privacy, and assists with care activities as directed by a licensed nurse. These activities may include specimen collection and transport, turning and positioning patients, and patient transportation. The CNA is expected to follow infection-control procedures and HIPAA requirements and to communicate thoughtfully while using appropriate independent judgment.
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 accurately record patient weights and vital signs.
- 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 patient age, gender, culture, preferences, privacy, and dignity.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment and follow infection-control procedures and HIPAA requirements.
- Assist with patient care activities 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 complete other related duties as assigned.
- Communicate and act thoughtfully and proactively, demonstrating appropriate independent judgment and decision-making.
Benefits
- $6,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. Eligibility requires one or more years of experience; restrictions and exceptions may apply. Current hospital employees are ineligible, and former hospital employees may be ineligible. The program is available only for full-time regular positions, with payments made in increments over 12 months to active employees in good standing.
- Loan forgiveness is referenced in the job title.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
