Patient Team Support; CNA - Intermediate Care Unit

Job Description

Peace Health is seeking a Patient Team Support for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. The salary range is $23.33 – $35.02. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including education, training, work experience, collective bargaining terms, seniority, etc.

This position is for CNAs and will receive additional training to cover the unit clerk role. It is represented by a collective bargaining agreement and there may be more than one opening.

Continuously exemplifies the mission, values and customer service philosophy of Peace Health in job performance and relationships. Assists the healthcare team in maintaining an efficient nursing unit through effective communication, organizational and nursing skills, and professionalism. Provides patient care within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) as directed by the Registered Nurse.

• Performs assigned tasks within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant and in accordance with Peace Health and general nursing policies and procedures.
• Meets or exceeds customer needs as a patient advocate, exercises discretion in the management of patient information, and ensures strict patient confidentiality.
• Reports significant changes in patient’s status to the appropriate care team member.
• Responsible for clerical duties on the unit, including accurate transcription of orders; coordinate patient admission, discharge and transfer as applicable to the unit; coordinate patient registration, scheduling and insurance authorizations as applicable to the unit; provide effective communication linkage between all care team members.
• Monitors, maintains and orders unit supplies.
• Promotes the safety and security of the unit through knowledge of fire, biohazard, electrical safety, infection control policies, disaster plan, and proper ergonomics.
• Promotes a safety‑conscious workforce and maintains good housekeeping practices.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care appropriate to the age of patients served, demonstrating knowledge of developmental principles over the life span.
• Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of age.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma preferred, or equivalent.

• Preferred:
  Previous Certified Nursing Assistant experience.
• Preferred:
  Previous Unit Secretary or related experience.

• Required:
  
  Certified Nurse Assistant – Washington (Washington Requirement:
  Employees hired prior to October 1, 1997 may qualify with a Registered Nursing Assistant designation from the State of Washington).
• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support.

• Working knowledge of computers (Preferred).
• Good communication and organization skills (Required).
• Flexibility, self‑motivation and strong customer service skills (Required).

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., medical carts).
• Perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 minutes using 100‑125 lbs. of force (National Association of EMS Physicians and AHA); frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non‑patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Peace Health is committed to the overall well‑being of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded EAP and mental health program.

EEO, affirmative action, employer/vets/disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.