For certified nursing assistants
CNA jobs in Cerritos, Los Angeles and Orange County
Hands-on care that protects patient comfort and dignity. AMP Staffing Network places CNAs in hospitals, skilled nursing and rehabilitation on per diem and contract shifts, with the same perks as every AMP nurse.
Where CNAs work with AMP
- Acute care hospitals (ICU, ER, med-surg)
- Long-term care and assisted living
- Rehabilitation centers
- Clinics and urgent care
- Hospice and home infusion
What facilities ask for
- Activities of daily living
- Mobility, transfers and fall prevention
- Nutrition and hygiene support
- Emotional support and patient advocacy
Charting systems facilities use: Epic, Cerner, Meditech, Protouch, Azalea, Paragon, Allscripts. Confidence with one or two helps you float.
Ways to work
- Per diem shifts
- Pick individual shifts that fit around your life.
- Local placements
- Longer assignments close to home.
- Travel assignments
- Contracts, typically 13–26 weeks, in new settings and locations.
What you need to apply
- An active California CNA certification
- Current credentials in good standing (BLS card, TB screening, ID)
- A résumé with your recent experience
- Your availability and preferred shifts
Not sure your license is on the form? Call (562) 865-3807.
Frequently asked questions
Do CNAs get the same perks as RNs?
Yes. Tuition support, the referral bonus ($200 for a CNA referral after 120 hours), Working Advantage savings, free notary service and the other nurse perks apply to CNAs.
Can I work per diem while I study?
Yes. Per diem shifts fit around classes, and tuition support of up to $1,500 per term is available to CNAs working toward an LVN or RN degree who meet the requirements.
What settings request CNAs?
Skilled nursing and long-term care most often, plus hospital units, rehabilitation centers and hospice.
Ready to find your next shift?
Send the short pre-application and a recruiter contacts you at the time you choose.
Apply as a nurseGuides and resources
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