Safety Observation Specialist/ Nursing Assistant/Unit Receptionist
How this pay compares
This posting states $32.29–$43.20 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in California post a median of $23.74 an hour, the middle half $21–$27.92, across 535 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in California earn a median of $22.90 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medicare rating of Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
Medicare gives Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; California's hospitals average 3.1). 82% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 39% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · California hospitals by rating.
What this hospital paid
By Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula's report to Medicare, its nursing aide hours averaged $40.57 an hour in 2022 pay periods, its own and contract staff together, before benefits, against $27.98 an hour across California's hospitals. An average over every such hour, not this job's pay: the posting states its own. What California hospitals pay nurses.
What California requires of a certified nursing assistant
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) on the California Nurse Assistant Registry, from the California Department of Public Health, Licensing and Certification Program.
- Training: at least 160 hours, 100 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Staying active: Certificate must be renewed through CDPH (online renewal application with continuing education and employment verification).
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About the job
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Job Description
Position Summary
Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director, charge nurse, the Safety Observation Specialist/Nursing Assistant/ Unit Receptionist provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. In addition, when working in the Nursing Assistant role they will take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures for an assigned group of patients. The Safety Observation Specialist/Nursing Assistant/Unit Receptionist also performs clerical and receptionist duties related to assigned department. Recognizes the importance of meeting customer expectations, and demonstrates a positive attitude and efficient use of resources, and performs related duties as necessary to fulfill the customer's needs. Performs duties according to the policy and procedures of CHOMP, Westland House and the department under the direct supervision of an RN.
Experience
One year (in the last 2 years) of experience preferred in acute hospital or long term care setting. Must demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology, strong computer skills and ability to multi-task. Must be detail oriented, organized, have exceptional phone etiquette, communication skills, be able to multi-task and work in a busy demanding work environment. Critical thinking skills are essential. Experience using electronic medical record preferred.
Education
High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent work experience in related field preferred
Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.
Licensure/Certifications
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Assigned Work Hours
1.0 FTE
varied, 8-hour am/pm/noc
Position Type
Regular
Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):
$32.29
to
$43.20
The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.
Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.22
Hourly Night Shift Differential: $3.32
From Montage Health's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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