Certified Nursing Assistant; Menlo Park

Certified Nurse Assistant - Menlo Park, CA

Hourly Pay: $22-$25/hr

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to support patient care at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. In this role, you will provide direct patient care in inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and community living centers while working as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

• The facility operates 24/7
• 8-hour shifts (no on-call required)
• 7:30 AM – 4 PM
• No scheduled overtime or on-call requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent CNA experience
• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (any U.S. state)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Strong clinical and patient care skills, ability to work in inpatient and outpatient settings, proficiency in communication and documentation
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently; maintain current certifications and training requirements; and meet all VA health, immunization, and compliance standards

• Provide direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, and daily living assistance
• Monitor and report patient conditions to nursing staff
• Assist with implementing patient care plans
• Support patient, family, and care team communication
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

• VA hospital and clinical care settings
• Collaborative healthcare team environment
• Fast-paced, patient-focused care delivery
• Approximately 90% direct patient care responsibilities

• Consistent full-time scheduling with multiple shift options
• Opportunity to work in a leading federal healthcare system
• Meaningful work supporting Veterans
• Long-term contract stability with potential extensions

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.