Certified Nursing Assistant - Skilled Nursing Care Unit - Extra-

Position Overview

The San Mateo Medical Center is looking for experienced Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the Skilled Nursing Care Unit to perform bedside care nursing and other services in an acute care hospital.

• At least one year of experience in a skilled nursing facility or acute care hospital.
• Possession of a Basic Life Support Certificate by American Heart Association.
• Experience using EPIC for patient information is highly preferred.
• Flexible and willingness to work irregular hours, including call hours.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding and high‑stress environment.
• Ability to handle and lift patients.
• Ability to push and pull heavy objects.

• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate issued by the State of California.
• Valid Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association or a valid Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Red Cross.

• Accurately take and record patient condition, respiration, pulse, temperature, and blood pressure.
• Apply non‑sterile dressings and administer non‑medicated treatments under nurse supervision.
• Carry out rehabilitation procedures and perform range‑of‑motion body movement for patients.
• Assist in therapeutic milieu programs and advise patients on restorative equipment and medication effects.
• Assist with radiology procedures and diagnostic imaging.
• Observe and practice proper isolation techniques.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Operate various types of sterilization equipment.
• Set up oxygen and other hospital equipment as directed.
• Transport specimens, medical records, and related items.
• Lift and transport patients and heavy items such as supplies and equipment; assist in controlling violent patients.
• Bathe, feed, dress, and care for the physical and psychosocial needs of patients.
• Enter and retrieve information in automated systems.
• Document and sign any care provided in the patient’s medical record.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Typical qualification includes one year of experience as a nurse’s assistant, orderly, ward aide, or hospital attendant.

• Principles, techniques, and procedures specific to the area of assignment.
• Patient care services related to personal hygiene, comfort, treatment, transportation, rehabilitation, and psychosocial needs.
• Infection control and diagnostic imaging.
• Safe lifting techniques and total body substance isolation.
• Patients’ rights and reporting requirements for elder/child abuse and domestic violence.

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Perform a variety of tasks and activities.
• Maintain empathetic attitudes toward patients.
• Assist in bathing, feeding, bed making, dressing, and sterilization of patient care equipment.
• Observe and record patient conditions and vital signs.
• Lift and transport patients and heavy items.
• Work with patients with multiple diagnoses.
• Work with a culturally and socio‑economically diverse patient population of varying ages.

Extra‑help positions are hourly, may vary week to week and are paid at the current rate. Extra‑help employees may earn up to 1,040 hours per fiscal year. Some positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Permanent status is not guaranteed.

• Supplemental Questions
• Resume
• Professional References (3 references)
• Copy of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or CPR certificate
• Copy of Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate issued by the State of California

Submit all materials via email to Thannette Herico, Clinical Services Manager I – Nursing, lude the phrase "Certified Nursing Assistant – Skilled Nursing Care Unit – Extra Help Position" in the subject line. All materials must be in Word or PDF format.

San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.