CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Location: Cottage Grove, OR 97424

Company: PACS

Pay: $24.23 - $29.23 per hour

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care across various settings, including long‑term care, assisted living, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills in patient care, medical documentation, and health monitoring are essential to improving patient outcomes.

Experience with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinical

Works is highly valued. The CNA will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver compassionate care tailored to each patient's needs.

• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance using equipment like Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor and record vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature accurately within medical records systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to HIPAA regulations.
• Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, memory impairments, or behavioral health needs.
• Assist with catheter care, wound care, and aseptic techniques to prevent infection and promote healing.
• Support patients in post‑acute care settings such as skilled nursing facilities or home & community care environments.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams in acute care settings like ICU, emergency medicine, or Level I Trauma Centers to deliver timely patient services.
• Maintain compliance with all safety protocols including basic life support (BLS), infection control procedures, and HIPAA regulations.
• Document patient interactions thoroughly using EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinical
  
  Works for accurate medical records management.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families about health conditions and treatments.

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

In person

• Valid CNA certification required; prior experience in long‑term care, hospital medicine, ICU, or emergency medicine preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, behavioral health patients, or individuals with disabilities is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and medical documentation standards is essential.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner is preferred; familiarity with home & community care systems is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments such as trauma centers or urgent care clinics.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work compassionately with patients experiencing complex health issues like infectious disease or post‑operative recovery.
• Physical ability to perform caregiving tasks including lifting (Hoyer lift), standing for extended periods, and assisting with mobility needs.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA guidelines at all times. Join our team if you are committed to delivering exceptional patient‑centered care in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication!