(CNA) Sr. Nursing Aide – Telemetry – 125528

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/12/23 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 10/24/23. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Alvarado Hospital Medical Center will soon be UC San Diego Health East Campus. As the region’s only academic health system, we are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. We invite current Alvarado Hospital employees and other job seekers to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding patient care through commitment to the community, groundbreaking research and inspired teaching.

Number of job vacancies are subject to increase or decrease due to departmental needs.

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, The CNA supports the continuum of care by providing basic care and assistance with daily activities of daily living. Performs uncomplicated technical procedures such as EKG. Participates in basic medical records coding and monitoring of quality assurance such as chart audits. Utilizes a variety of technical equipment and supplies. Provides basic patient inventory management.

Assists with patients transport to other units, and procedural areas. Delivers laboratory specimens to lab, and blood products to the unit. Assists with CPR during Code Blue. Cross trains to the role of Hospital Unit Secretary and Environmental Care Partner. The position requires initiative, ability to prioritize demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Participates in team environment, including training and evaluation of peers, scheduling of work, and assisting with administrative function of unit.

• Must possess a valid California CNA Certificate.

• One (1) or more years of CNA experience in an acute care setting.

• BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Demonstrated ability to observe deviations from normal.

• Previous acute care experience.

• Knowledge of medical terminology or certificate of medical terminology training.

• Bilingual: Spanish/English.

• Current Alvarado Hospital Medical Center experience.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Current qualified Alvarado part-time employees working in this department may be eligible for grandfathered status in a part-time appointment.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $46,479 – $57,754 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $22.26 – $27.66

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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