CNA - Surgical

Job Summary

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.

• Assist 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.
• Assist patient with personal care which may include bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration.
• Provide patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
• Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
• Document relevant patient care data.
• May provide clerical support to the unit; doing order entry, chart processing, answering telephones, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (Accredited Program Required).
• Minimum of 1 year Preferred experience in an acute care facility.
• Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.

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

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

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment.
• Fine motor skills required for precise procedures.
• Push/Pull up to 45 lbs. force on medical carts.
• CPR at least 20 minutes using 100-125 lbs. force, sporadically.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting; bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling frequently.

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; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Aff…