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Certified Nursing Assistant - Per Diem Days
Company : Select Medical
Location : Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1907
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Overview
California Rehabilitation Institute
*A Joint Venture with Cedars, UCLA, and Select Medical*
Century City / Los Angeles, CA
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Per Diem Day Shift: 7:00am - 7:30pm
New Per Diem Rate $26.00
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
Why Join Us:
- Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
- Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
- Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
- Obtain vital signs, height, weight and demographic data
- Assist patients with personal and daily care, such as bathing, oral hygiene, shaving and hair care
- Deliver meals and snacks, feed patients who are unable to feed themselves and document oral intake
- Turn and position immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment; participate in mobility program
- Transport patients to designated areas, such as to and from various treatment centers
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED OR relevant work experience (3+ years)
- Requires hospital experience as a certified nursing assistant
- Must have active CNA license in the state
- BLS is required within 90 days of hire
*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process and are to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
Los Angeles exhibits a robust need for per diem Certified Nursing Assistants due to fluctuating patient volumes in rehabilitation centers. Per diem roles offer flexibility and are often sought to cover variable shifts, making them highly competitive and essential in facilities like Select Medical’s inpatient rehabilitation hospital.
While an active California CNA license is mandatory, obtaining BLS certification promptly strengthens candidacy for per diem nursing assistant jobs here. Additionally, familiarity with rehabilitation facility protocols or neurological care training enhances your appeal in competitive LA healthcare settings.
Daily duties focus on personalized patient care such as assisting with hygiene, monitoring vital signs, and supporting mobility programs. This role also involves safely repositioning patients and facilitating transport to treatment areas, emphasizing compassionate support for individuals with complex rehabilitation needs.
Candidates with at least three years of hospital CNA experience and an active California license stand out. Prompt BLS certification and a proven ability to manage patients with neurological or orthopedic conditions further demonstrate readiness for the per diem nursing environment at Select Medical.
Per diem CNAs at Select Medical can leverage extensive orientation and hands-on experience to showcase dedication, potentially transitioning into full-time roles. This pathway is supported by the institution's commitment to professional development and internal advancement opportunities.
Select Medical offers per diem nursing assistants access to a 401(k) plan after 1,000 hours worked, along with an employee assistance program supporting emotional well-being. These benefits reflect the company's emphasis on work-life balance and long-term financial security for part-time staff.
The $26.00 hourly wage for per diem CNAs at Select Medical is quite competitive in Los Angeles, aligning with or exceeding local averages for similar rehabilitation-focused roles, making it attractive for experienced assistants seeking rewarding day shifts in a reputable facility.
This position emphasizes hands-on patient engagement, especially for those recovering from brain or spinal injuries, allowing CNAs to directly contribute to complex care plans. The per diem schedule also provides flexibility unmatched by standard shifts, appealing to those seeking varied workloads.
Yes, Select Medical offers an extensive orientation program tailored for per diem CNAs, ensuring new hires can smoothly integrate and effectively support patients with diverse rehabilitation challenges from day one.