Nursing Assistant Per Diem

Per Diem Nursing AssistantThe County of Riverside's University Health System (RUHS) Medical Center seeks Per Diem Nursing Assistant to join our team. 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 in a per diem employment capacity; 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. 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) or within the Department of Public Health. Per diem personnel are distinguished from regular employees in that they receive additional compensation in lieu of County fringe benefits and work assignments are flexibly scheduled or on an on-call basis.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 uploaded to 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 disgomez@rivco.org.Per Diem Rate:Salary Range: $27.59- $27.59 Hourly $4,783.33- $4,783.33 Monthly $57,399.93- $57,399.93 AnnuallyPer Diem Nursing Assistant Differentials:Evening Shift Diff (3p - 11:30p): $.35 for the time actually worked between the hoursNight Shift Diff (11:00p - 7:30a): $.75 for the time actually worked between the hours* Work Schedule and/or Shift Times: (subject to change upon department needs) *Per Diem Nursing Assistant: Required in a 6-week scheduling period, that includes 2 shifts a week with 4 mandatory weekends:Night Shift (7:00 pm 7:30 am).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 self-care.Collect, test and record results of routine specimen examinations; give patients 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 IV's, 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 to supervisor; 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.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 CaliforniaValid Paramedic license issued by the California Emergency Medical Services AuthorityValid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification approved by the State of CaliforniaOther Requirements:Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's 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.For questions regarding this recruitment please contact the recruiter, Diana Salazar Gomez at disgomez@rivco.org.