CNA - Ray Hickey Hospice House

Job Description

Peace Health is seeking a CNA‑Hospice House for a Part‑Time, 0.60 FTE day position. The salary range is $23.03–$34.59. Hiring rate depends on factors such as education, training, experience, collective bargaining, seniority, etc.

Hiring Bonus may be available!

• 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.
• 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.

• 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 – Washington.
• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support.
• Required:
  
  Food Handler’s Permit – Washington.

• 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).

• 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 (i.e., 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 offers caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; a 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 expanded EAP and mental health program.

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

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.