"Per Diem Hospital Asst LOM Admin/Float Pool Nights"

Position Summary: Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in a safe and effective manner. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: data collection and care appropriate to the age of the patients served, with appropriate Nursing Assistant interventions. The Nursing Assistant plays a key role in ensuring excellent customer satisfaction to our patients. Working under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the constant observer maintains constant direct observation and visualization of identified patient(s). The Nursing Assistant provides activities of daily living to patients, and is responsible for providing excellent patient hygiene. Assisting patients with ambulation, toileting needs, and taking vital signs are additional functions of this role. Immediate attention to patient call lights is an expectation as well.

Required Qualifications:

• One year acute care experience.
• In lieu of this experience, consideration will be made for staff with strong education and associated experiential background.
• Current AHA Provider Basic Life Support.
• Current Nursing Assistant Certificate or Currently Enrolled Nursing Student who has successfully completed first semester of RN Program (ADN or BSN).
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a BSN program.
• Medical Terminology.
• Order Entry.
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms.

Physical Requirements: 1) Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time. 2) Must be able to lift and position patients using proper body mechanics. 3) Must have visual and auditory acuity necessary for responsibilities listed.

Total Compensation: 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.