Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA - Medical​/Surgical

Description

Peace Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Medical/Surgical for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position ). The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $23.03 – $34.59. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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

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—including order entry, chart processing, answering telephones, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an acute care facility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.

• Certified Nursing Assistant – Washington.
• 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 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 minutes using 100‑125 lbs. of force (National Association of EMS Physicians and AHA). 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 a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical, dental and vision coverage; 403b 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.

Peace Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO, affirmative action, employer/vets/disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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