Medical​/Surgical Unit Nursing Assistant - Certified

Pay Range:
The base pay range for this position is $20.40-$30.94 hourly. Base pay may vary depending on experience, skills, and knowledge.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Wednesday, 0700–1930.

The Certified Nursing Assistant is a clinical partner who implements and coordinates patient care specific to the patient population served. Ensures that quality care is provided in an effective and safe manner consistent with the hospital’s policies and procedures and within the scope of the practice established by the State of Washington. Demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pullman Regional Hospital, the relationship‑based care guiding principles, the philosophy of care, goals of the unit and organization, and demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice.

A Day in the Life:
Delivery of professional nursing care with the goal of safe and effective patient care. Gathers information to assist the Registered Nurse in developing a patient care delivery plan based on current and future patient needs. Makes decisions based upon appropriate stewardship and professional judgment to carry out an effective plan of care for each individual patient. Collaborates to promote a therapeutic relationship with patients and colleagues and maintains a professional attitude.

Actively promotes and contributes to a positive work environment and encourages equitable division of workload. Stays accountable with changes in professional areas and hospital policy. Completes regulatory and departmental annual competencies within the timeframe set by the organization. Demonstrates work effectiveness through safe completion of assigned tasks in a timely manner and uses appropriate delegation to assist in patient care.

Follows high‑reliability practices set by the organization and reports safety concerns. Actively participates in quality improvement projects throughout the organization in order to support a safe work environment.

• Certified Nursing Assistant licensure in good standing in the State of Washington.
• Active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Ability to perform the required technical skills for a certified nursing assistant.
• Ability to perform the required technical skills for a specific department.
• Ability to learn, apply, and individualize new patient care skills and use new equipment safely.
• Ability to initiate and participate in activities that enhance daily operations of the unit and organization.
• EPIC EMR experience (nice to have).

• Medical/Vision
• Dental
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits – Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Short‑Term Disability
• Services Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources

Disability Contacts:
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources at human resources.