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Per Diem Hospital Assistant - UCI Float Pool Orange/Irvine - Night Shift

University of California, Irvine, Orange, CA, United States


Position Summary
As part of the UCI Health Enterprise Float Pool, 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.

What It Takes to be Successful

Understanding of basic medical terminology

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

Must be able to work variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English

Must be Certified Nurses Assist., Licensed Vocational Nurse, or enrolled in accredited nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical semester.

Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way

Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting

Current BLS certification upon hire (must be issued by the AHA)

Ability to float between Orange and Irvine campuses.

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support

Total Rewards
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check and Live Scan

Employment Misconduct

Legal Right to Work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.

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