Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Medical
About The Position
PeaceHealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for its Medical Unit in Cottage Grove, Oregon. The CNA provides hands-on patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, helping patients feel safe, comfortable, and cared for during recovery. The position is part-time at 0.60 FTE, with a scheduled night shift of 1900–0730. The Medical Department provides care 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and the role calls for flexibility to meet varying shifts, weekend, holiday, and departmental scheduling needs. The CNA supports patients with daily activities and mobility, takes and records vital signs, assists with treatments and clinical tasks within the CNA’s scope and training, and accurately documents care. The role also includes maintaining patient rooms, communicating with nurses, providers, patients, and families, and assisting with unit coordination and documentation. PeaceHealth describes a close-knit, collaborative hospital team and offers opportunities for career development. The organization says its culture is built on compassion, respect, inclusion, and teamwork, and is committed to caregivers’ physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual well-being.
Requirements
- Current Oregon CNA certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of CNA experience, preferably in an acute care or hospital setting.
- Experience caring for adult and geriatric patient populations.
- Flexibility and availability to work varying shifts, weekends, holidays, and departmental scheduling needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, hands-on patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assist patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating, and hydration.
- Help patients walk, transfer, reposition, and move safely during recovery.
- Take and record vital signs and report changes in patient condition.
- Assist with treatments and clinical tasks within CNA scope and training.
- Monitor and document patient care accurately and in a timely manner.
- Keep patient rooms stocked, organized, and prepared for care.
- Communicate with nurses, providers, patients, and families.
- Support unit coordination tasks, including phone calls, chart support, and patient-related documentation as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching opportunities.
- Generous paid time off.
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
- Wellness programs and resources.
- Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Mental health and counseling resources.
- Career development and advancement opportunities throughout PeaceHealth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
