Nursing Assistant- Oncology- FT, Day Shift

About the role

The Nursing Assistant at UCI Health assists professional and technical nursing personnel in providing patient care. Duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting with hygiene and elimination, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment.

Responsibilities

• Taking and recording vital signs
• Aiding with hygiene and elimination
• Maintaining a clean and safe unit environment
• Stocking unit supplies
• Operating hospital equipment as directed
• Performing routine clerical tasks
• Assisting with other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Understanding of basic medical terminology
• Effective communication skills in English
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• Certified Nurses Assistant (C.N.A.) certification or enrollment in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least one clinical semester
• Demonstrated patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire
• Approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant or enrolled in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least one clinical semester
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in a therapeutic way
• Must have current BLS certification upon hire
• Must complete approved workplace violence responder training program within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

Skills

• Basic medical terminology understanding
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• Current BLS certification
• Approved workplace violence responder training program

Benefits

UCI offers a range of benefits including medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to discounts and perks. For more information, please visit this link.

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
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

Details of Each Policy

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Closing Statement

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.