Certified Nursing Assistant - Psychiatric Unit (Open & Promotional)

Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on April 22, 2026 to extend the Final Filing Date.  This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

The San Mateo Medical Center is looking for experienced Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) under the Psychiatric Unit to perform a full range of bedside care nursing, and other services required to care for patients located in an Acute care hospital. 

CNAs work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and/or licensed vocational nurse. The current vacancy is a night shift, part-time, regular vacancy.

Ideal candidates will possess the following:  

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

This position requires possession of a valid Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate issued by the State of California. This position also requires a 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.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.