Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health·Glendale, California
Provide direct, compassionate hands-on support to patients, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living. Collaborate with nursing staff to report changes in patient condition and maintain a safe healing environment.
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital.
Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care and surgical services.
Additionally, Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery.
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One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As a CNA/Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you will be a central figure on our patient care team, providing direct, compassionate, hands-on support to patients and assisting nurses and other healthcare professionals.
You will play a vital role in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and a supportive healing environment.Every day, you will expertly perform basic patient care duties like taking vital signs, assisting with ADLs, monitoring and documenting patient intake/output, and collecting specimens.
You will also maintain patient rooms, transport patients and equipment, and promptly report changes in patient condition to nursing staff, adhering strictly to safety protocols and infection control.To be successful in this role, you will combine a strong empathetic approach, meticulous attention to detail in clinical tasks, and excellent communication skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.
You will demonstrate a proactive commitment to patient well-being, a supportive demeanor, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment, delivering compassionate care
Demonstrates adherence to the standards of conduct requirements Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within the scope of practice of a nursing assistant. Vital signs, Ambulation, ADLs, Routine treatment procedures as defined by hospital policy/procedure/routines Reports all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient's condition to the licensed nurse. Demonstrates clinical/technical expertise in general nursing skills. Understands age-specific variations in the patient population Documents patient care measures according to patient care standards, policies, and procedures. Manages age-specific needs through appropriate adaptation of interventions (as directed by the licensed nurse) Assists in and accompanies patients in the admission, transfer, transport, and discharge procedures. Provides for the safe care of patient valuables during these processes. Utilizes proper body mechanics when performing job duties Appropriately utilizes equipment and supplies (including following established policies, procedures, and protocols governing the transport, handling, and storage of intravenous fluids) in the care of the patient This position is represented by CHEU and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Job Requirements Required: High School Graduate / GED required California Certified Nursing Assistant License (CNA License) required Basic Life Support Cert (AHA BLS Cert) required. Preferred At least one (1) year of acute care or long-term experience
Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license, and BLS certification. Preference is given to candidates with at least one year of acute or long-term care experience.
Market context
In California, support-services roles in outpatient and clinic settings are typically in steady demand because they help keep patient flow, documentation, and front-desk or clinical support running smoothly. These positions can be competitive when employers want candidates with a high school diploma, a medical assistant certificate, BLS certification, and prior outpatient experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification dates and outpatient experience before applying.
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