NOC Shift DCS / CNA
La Mesa, California
Posted Jun 24
- Shift
- Nights
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Nights
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- No charge shifts
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- CNA
- Experience
- New graduates
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Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in California is $49/hr, across 1921 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
*Job Overview* We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nurse Assistant and or Direct Care Staff to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will provide essential support to patients. Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring the comfort and well-being of our patients. If you have a passion for caregiving and a commitment to improving the quality of life for others, we encourage you to apply.
*Responsibilities*
- Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by following hygiene protocols and cleaning procedures.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients, fostering a positive atmosphere.
- Assist with heavy lifting and mobility needs of patients, ensuring their safety during transfers.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions as needed.
*Requirements*
- Previous experience in caregiving or as a Nursing Assistant is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures is a plus.
- Familiarity with nursing home or group home environments is advantageous.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and assist patients with mobility challenges.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.
- A genuine desire to help others and provide high-quality care.
- Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred but not mandatory; willingness to obtain certification is essential.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate care and support as a Direct Care Staff
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Requirements
- CNA preferred but not mandatory; willingness to obtain certification required
- Previous experience in caregiving or as a Nursing Assistant is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures is a plus.
- Familiarity with nursing home or group home environments is advantageous.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and assist patients with mobility challenges.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.
- A genuine desire to help others and provide high-quality care.
- Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred but not mandatory; willingness to obtain certification is essential.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Place
- City
- La Mesa, California
- Median rent
- $2,049/mo
- Local household income
- $95,028/yr
- State price level
- 11% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
California index 110.7, where 100 is the national average.
La Mesa, known as the "Jewel of the Hills," sits just east of San Diego with a relaxed suburban feel, tree-lined streets, and a charming downtown village. Nurses enjoy a sunny climate, easy freeway access to major hospital systems, and Mount Helix trails nearby for unwinding after shifts.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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Hilldale Habilitation Center is a long-term health care facility located at 7979 La Mesa Boulevard in La Mesa, California 91942. The facility provides 24-hour care for adults ages 18 through 95 who are diagnosed with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. It…
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