Nursing Assistant - Regular Full-time and Per diem Pool
Nursing Assistant - Regular Full-time and Per diem Pool
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$ 41420 - 55192
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- The County of Riversides University Health System (RUHS) Medical Center seeks multipleRegularFulltime and Per Diem Nursing Assistants to support various units and departments.This job posting will serve to fill regular fulltime and perdiem vacancies. This post will open when vacancies arise serving as an opportunity for prospective candidates to apply for available positions. Please note that based on the number of applications received this posting may close without notice. Once submitted applications will remain valid for a duration of 90 days. Should an application expire individuals are welcome to reapply. Applicants may indicate their employment preference type and preferred shift time in their application.Under supervision assists professional nursing personnel or other professional healthcare providers in providing basic patient care and treatment; observes patients via video monitoring equipment from a remote location; performs nonprofessional nursing duties in the care of physically and mentally ill patients; performs other related duties as required. Float pool nursing assistants will provide support and assistance to various departments or units within RUHS as needed. Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific needs of the unit they are assigned to on a given day.The Nursing Assistant is an entry level classification and typically reports to appropriate supervisory or management level nursing staff. Incumbents may be assigned to any outpatient clinic or inpatient nursing unit across the Riverside University Health System (RUHS).Applicants from this posting may be used to fill other openings throughout RUHS departments.
Copies of your Nursing Assistant/EMT Certification and AHA BLS card must be uploadedto your profile as an attachment at the time of submitting your application to be considered. If you are having difficulties uploading your required documents please email them to
Regular Fulltime Rates:SALARY RANGE$19.91 $26.53 Hourly
$3451.67 $4599.35 Monthly
$41420.08 $55192.18 Annually
RegularFulltime Nursing Assistant Differentials:Evening Shift Diff 6p 11:00p): $1.30 for the time actually worked between the hoursNight Shift Diff 11p 6:00a): $1.90 for the time actually worked between the hours
Per Diem Rate:SALARY $26.53 Hourly
$4599.35 Monthly
$55192.24 AnnuallyPer Diem Nursing Assistant Differentials:Evening Shift Diff 3p 11:30p): $.35 for the time actually worked between the hoursNight Shift Diff 11:30p 7:00a): $.75 for the time actually worked between the hours
The RUHSMC is a 24hour facility incumbents must be flexible to work any shift including weekends and holidays.
* Work Schedule and/or Shift Times: (subject to change upon departmentneeds) *
* Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Meet the Team!
Riverside University Health System EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide basic bedside nursing care to assure comfort and cleanliness of patients; take and record temperature pulse respiration and blood pressure; bathe shave feed and dress patients and assist those capable of selfcare.
Collect test and record results of routine specimen examinations; provide patients with bedpans remove and clean them and record intake and output of patients.
May assist in the administration of such treatments as suctions soaks and enemas; give and empty sitz baths; assist doctors or professional healthcare providers with IVs pelvic exams spinal taps or other medical procedures.
Assist patients in getting into and out of bed and wheelchairs; lift or assist in lifting restraining and positioning patients; may set up fracture equipment and assist doctors in applying casts and braces.
Clean and sterilize instruments dressings supplies and utensils; transport patients to and from units.
Maintain renal dialysis equipment; prepare and transport bodies to morgue; may clean restrooms; set up oral hygiene trays.
Observe and report unusual behavior of patients through Unit chain of command; may accompany and attend mental patients in therapy sessions court appearances or daily living routines including social and recreational activities.
May provide patient transportation in the absence of Medical Transportation Technician; assist in admission and discharge of patients from unit; go on ambulance runs as necessary.
Monitor patients using AvaSys Telesitter Solution software and monitoring equipment.
Verbally redirect patients via a 2way radio from engaging in at risk behaviors; summon nursing staff if a patient requires assistance nonresponsive to verbal commands or can no longer be viewed on the video monitor.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Successful completion of the education required by the State of California to obtain the necessary valid license/certifications as indicated below.
License/Certifications(Must possess one of the following):- Valid Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) issued by the State of California
- Valid Paramedic license issued by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority
- Valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification approved by the State of California
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License may be required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Temporary Assignment Program (TAP):Current and valid Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) issued by the State of California Paramedic license issued by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority or current and valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification approved by the State of California is required. Current CNA Certification Paramedic license or EMT Certification must be maintained while in TAP/Per Diem employment.
Knowledge of:The principles methods and techniques of basic patient care and safety; patient vital signs basic medical terminology; safe patient handling techniques including lifting positioning and transfer methods.
Ability to:Read write and speak the English language; learn the principles methods and procedures of basic patient care; learn hospital and/or clinic routines and techniques; perform bedside nursing care in an understanding and sympathetic manner; follow oral and written directions; keep simple records; apply proper body mechanics in lifting and moving patients.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Whats Next
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Candidates who are current employees of the Department will be given priority consideration. These applicants will be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. Based on the number of applications received this posting may close without notice. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact the recruiter Diana Salazar Gomezat
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services NACES or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. AICE.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference preemployment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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Employment Type
Full-Time
