CNA, Healthcare Nursing

Job Summary

Contributes to the nursing care of patients by completing direct patient care duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

The Medical Surgical unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require surgery both emergent and elective. Medical Surgical patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Medical Surgical Nursing is strongly encouraged and supported.

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Current, unencumbered Oregon CNA certification (required)
• Healthcare provider level BLS (required upon hire)
• One (1) year experience in a hospital or long‑term care facility (preferred)

• Time Management:
  Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work within required time frames, and to follow‑up on pending issues. Perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and handle pressure.
• Social Perceptiveness:
  Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics, basic understanding of age‑related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers, personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non‑judgmental attitude toward differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
• Communication:
  Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and discuss issues tactfully.

Occurs in varying frequencies:

• Occasionally (34–66% of the time):
  • Walk – Incline
  • Lift (Floor to Waist: 0–36"): 40–60 lbs
  • Lift (Knee to Chest: 24–54"): 20–40 lbs
  • Lift (Knee to Chest: 24–54"): 40–60 lbs
  • Carry (2‑handed): 40–60 lbs
  • Squat (static, >30 sec)
  • Knell (knees)
  • Pull (40–60 lbs)
• Frequently (11–33% of the time):
  • Walk – Level surface
  • Lift (Floor to Waist: 0–36"): 0–20 lbs
  • Lift (Floor to Waist: 0–36"): 20–40 lbs
  • Lift (Knee to Chest: 24–54"): 0–20 lbs
  • Carry (2‑handed): 20–40 lbs
  • Squat (repetitive)
  • Pull (0–20 lbs)
  • Pull (20–40 lbs)
  • Other general tasks (sit, climb stairs, etc.)
• Continually (67–100% of the time):
  • Stand, sit, bend forward at waist, grasp hand/fist, push (0–20 lbs), pull, rotate trunk, reach (forward/upward), lift, carry, etc.