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UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.

As Orange County's only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region's only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

Position Summary:

Provides basic patient care under the supervision of the RN team member.

Required Qualifications:

• Current California Nurses Assistant Certification.
• Current BLS provider
• AB508 Training within ninety (90) days
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English
• Must be able to work variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent or above
• One-year acute care experience as a nursing assistant.

Physical Requirements:

• Position involves standing and walking for long periods of time, approximately 75% of the workday.
• Must be able to transfer and lift patients as necessary. Weight will vary from patient to patient.
• Must have the dexterity, coordination, and visual and auditory acuity to perform all job responsibilities.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be free from signs of illness and infection.

Technical and Job Specific Skill:

1. Telephone Skills - must demonstrate hospital telephone etiquette by answering the phones promptly, courteously and by identifying department and self.

2. Policy/Procedures - Is aware of and follows all hospital and department policies and procedures.

3. Teamwork - Promotes positive co-worker relationships through teamwork and cooperation. Understands and supports the needs of individuals in other departments and promotes conflict resolution. Shares information, work knowledge and experience with co-workers, physicians, and students in a non-threatening manner. Offers assistance and promptly responds to requests.

4. Productivity - Maintains high productivity and performs efficiently regardless of whether the work volume is high or low. Appropriately prioritizes work activities. Responds to difficult situations with self-control and a positive attitude. Makes decisions independently and knows when to ask for assistance. Exercises good judgment and arrives at sound decisions.

5. Basic Patient Care:

a. Performs basic nursing tasks providing for patient's physical hygiene, including bathing, hair care, bowel care, oral care, and measures vital signs, including pain level.

b. Reacts appropriately in an emergency.

c. Takes precautions against infections following Standard Precautions and appropriate isolation techniques.

d. Utilizes proper positioning techniques to maintain patient's body alignment and prevent complications.

e. Is able to meet the age specific needs of patients as directed by the team leader.

f. Assists in meeting the nutrition and hydration needs of the patients.

g. Assists in the healing and prevention of skin lesions.

h. Collects specimens as requested.

i. Is aware of the functional status of the patient (i.e., knows transfer techniques, total hip precautions).

j. Meets the care needs of the patient and family, including age specific requirements and cultural and religious needs.

6. Communicates:

a. Answers call lights promptly.

b. Keeps clinical manager/staff nurse informed of any problems.

c. Documents appropriately.

d. Promptly reports changes in patient signs and symptoms to staff nurse. Reports unusual occurrences (i.e., patient injuries or falls).

7. Information Management:

a. Utilizes information systems promptly and efficiently (i.e., Omninotes, diet list computer, page system).

b. Promptly notifies appropriate staff of patient discharge or transfer.

8. Equipment:

a. Safely and correctly utilizes patient care equipment (i.e., bed and chair alarm, Hoyer lift, mattress overlay, scales, Horizon Pump, CPM, etc.).

b. Stocks unit.

c. Orders supplies.

9. Unit Involvement:

a. Attends 50% of staff meetings.

b. Has knowledge of unit goals and expectations.

c. Follows hospital policies and procedures.

d. Refers to supervisor, charge nurse, or team leader when unfamiliar situations arise.

e. Attends all mandatory courses as designated.

f. Demonstrates responsibility for self development by participating in

learning activities to obtain skills to meet gaps as identified in collaboration with supervisor.

g. Participates in Process Improvement activities as appropriate.

h. Orients new staff members to unit.

10. Patient Rights:

a. Upholds all patient rights.

b. Treats all patients, families, and co-workers in a polite and respectful manner.

c. Reports immediately any issues where patient rights might be compromised to supervisor, charge nurse, or team leader.

11. Performs any and all duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.

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:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following 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: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

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.

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.