Nursing Assistant
Cedars-Sinai
Marina del Rey, CAFresher50m agovia LinkedInH-1B sponsor · 23 entry-level filings · may be cap-exempt
About the Role
Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital seeks a Nursing Assistant for a full-time, 12-hour day shift position on the Med Surg Tele (North/Unit 1) unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists patients with activities of daily living.
- Provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients.
- Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse.
- Performs basic patient care responsibilities, considering needs specific to the patient’s age.
- Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when a patient complains of pain.
- Communicates any observed changes in patient status and responses to the Registered Nurse (RN).
- Assists with feeding patients and maintaining fluid balance with technique appropriate for the patient’s age and physical condition.
- Provides explanations to patients and families prior to administering care and answers questions within the scope of practice.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to the Nursing Unit Director, Charge Nurse, team leader, co-workers, and physicians.
- Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including geriatric and general population.
- Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of an RN.
- Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and ability to function under stressful situations.
- Interacts professionally with patients and families, involving them in the formation of the plan of care.
- Meets current documentation standards and policies, completing tasks within the shift.
- Demonstrates knowledge of disease entities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
- Basic computer knowledge.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- High School diploma/GED.
License/Certifications
- Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred).
- Current BLS certification (required).
Experience
- 6 months to 1 year work-related experience (preferred).
Shifts
- Day Shift, 0600-1830, including some weekend shifts.