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Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA - Telemetry 1 (8W)
Company : Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90301
Job Type : Contractor
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for nearly 100 years. An award-winning facility, ranking in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, Centinela Hospital is a 362-bed acute-care hospital with a 24-hour emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, robotics surgery program, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, labor and delivery, and more.
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community!
Why Prime Healthcare? Centinela Hospital Medical Center; a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Celebrating Our Centinela Hospital Heroes
Centinela has earned hundreds of national awards and recognitions, including "100 Top Hospital" recognition from Fortune/Merative and straight 'A's (2018-2022) for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. For more information, visit www.centinelamed.com.
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.
Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
- Paid Time Off
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time.
Responsibilities
The CNA in the Med/Surg Department is a certified assistive person who assists with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critical patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.
2. Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
3. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
4. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):
1. Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current per facility requirement.
Pay Transparency
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and the current compensation range for this role is $25.70 to $25.70. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
VariableEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in telemetry requires specialized monitoring skills since patients often have cardiac or neurological conditions. This role involves more frequent vital sign observations and familiarity with telemetry equipment, distinguishing it from standard CNA roles in general med/surg settings.
Beyond the basic CNA certification, having BLS (Basic Life Support) is essential, especially for telemetry roles in Inglewood. Additionally, a Behavioral Violence Prevention certificate can be critical due to patient safety protocols in acute care hospitals like Centinela.
CNAs in telemetry units can progress by gaining experience and additional certifications, potentially moving into roles like Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN). Centinela's focus on quality care also supports ongoing education and internal promotions.
Yes, Centinela offers a tailored benefits package including tuition reimbursement and flexible voluntary benefits, which are particularly advantageous for telemetry CNAs seeking specialized training or certifications while working variable shifts.
Telemetry CNAs are in steady demand in Inglewood due to the high prevalence of cardiac care facilities like Centinela. The specialized skills required elevate demand slightly above general nursing assistant roles, reflecting local healthcare needs and patient demographics.
CNAs in telemetry roles must adeptly handle continuous patient monitoring and respond swiftly to alarms or changes. In Southern California, managing diverse patient populations and adapting to technology-driven care settings can add complexity to the job.
Telemetry CNAs at Centinela Hospital Medical Center earn around $25.70 per hour, aligning with regional market rates. Per diem status offers flexible scheduling but may vary in benefits compared to full-time roles.
Centinela’s top 5% national ranking for quality and safety provides CNAs with exposure to high standards of care and advanced technology like robotics surgery, enriching their clinical skills beyond typical hospital environments in LA.
On the Telemetry 1 (8W) unit, CNAs assist with daily living activities while closely monitoring cardiac patients under RN supervision. They play a vital role in maintaining patient safety and supporting telemetry data collection.
Centinela fosters a community-oriented, compassionate environment that values flexibility, making it a supportive workplace for per diem telemetry CNAs balancing variable shifts with professional growth.