Certified Nursing Assistant- Emergency Department

Job Description

Peace Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for a Full‑Time, 0.90 FTE, Evening position (1000‑2230). The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $22.65 – $33.97. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Assists professional nursing personnel in providing quality, compassionate patient care by performing tasks involving direct and indirect patient care, using skills and knowledge in basic nursing assistant procedures and techniques under direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

• Assists in providing direct patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse within the scope of the CNA licensure.
• Perform basic technical skills which may include CPR; taking and recording vital signs; measuring and recording fluid intake/output; applying dressings; recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions; administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse.
• Assists patient with personal care which may include bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration.
• Provides patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
• Maintains unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
• Documents relevant patient care data.
• May provide clerical support to the unit, doing order entry, chart processing, answering telephones, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Accredited Program
  
  Required:
  
  Certified Nursing Assistant Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.

• Minimum of 1 year.
• Preferred: experience in an acute care facility.
• Required:
  
  Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.

• Required:
  
  Certified Nurse Assistant – Oregon.
• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support.

• Demonstrates a courteous, caring, and understanding attitude towards patients, families, coworkers, visitors, volunteers, peers, and physicians. (Required)
• Must be well organized, flexible and able to function effectively and independently as assigned. (Required)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. (Required)
• Demonstrates creative problem‑solving skills. (Required)
• Excellent communication skills. (Required)
• Basic computer, clerical, phone etiquette and customer service skills. (Required)

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able 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 mins using 100‑125 lbs. of force; 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 wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with 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.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current résumé with your application.

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