Nursing Assistant - Pathways "Per Diem Day"

Nursing Assistant - Pathways at Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, CA. This position is Per Diem and will work 12-hour Day shifts.

Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton, CA was designated as a Magnet organization in 2015 and 2020 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In April 2025, Providence St. Jude Medical Center is applying for redesignation.

The Nursing Assistant – Associate is the entry point for the Providence Nursing Assistant Apprenticeship Program.  The program provides training and support for individuals with no, or very little, direct healthcare experience.  The successful applicant is provided an educational program that prepares the Nursing Assistant – Associate for state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.  Once certification is obtained, the Nursing Assistant – Associate is advanced to the Nursing Assistant – Journey position.  Upon completion of the entire apprenticeship program, the Nursing Assistant – Journey is advanced to the Nursing Assistant – Senior position.

Utilizing the plan of care for each patient, the Nursing Assistant - Associate contributes to the wellbeing and healing of patients by assuring patient safety under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.  This position contributes to a safe and secure milieu that is culturally sensitive and age appropriate.  Care is provided that reflects an understanding of each patient's treatment needs and anticipated responses to those treatments within the context of their individual health status.  The Nursing Assistant – Associate must fully engage with, and successfully advance through the apprenticeship program.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Jude Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualification:

• within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Preferred Qualification:

• No direct healthcare or patient care experience required.  This is an entry level position that will provide the education and experiences necessary to become a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of California.

Why Join Providence?  

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

 

 

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.