Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Emergency Department

PeaceHealth•Cottage Grove, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for its Emergency Department in Cottage Grove, Oregon. This part-time role is 0.60 FTE on the evening shift, listed as 1000–2230. The pay range is $22.65–$33.97 per hour; the hiring rate depends on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreement terms, and seniority. The CNA provides hands-on, patient-centered support in a fast-paced Emergency Department, working alongside nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals. The role contributes to patient care, comfort, safety, and department flow, and requires adapting to changing priorities and patient volumes. The department operates 24/7, and the posting states caregivers must be comfortable with flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as patient care needs require. PeaceHealth describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and supportive, with an emphasis on caregiver wellbeing, professional growth, and meaningful community care. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching opportunities; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance; tuition reimbursement and continuing education support; wellness resources; an expanded Employee Assistance Program; mental health and counseling resources; and career development opportunities.

Requirements

Current Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire.
Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment.
Flexibility to support a 24/7 department schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as patient care needs require.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of CNA experience.
Previous experience in an acute care hospital, Emergency Department, or other fast-paced clinical setting.
Experience managing changing priorities and supporting a variety of patient care needs.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with personal care, mobility, comfort, and activities of daily living.
Take and document vital signs and other patient information.
Observe and report changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
Support patients as they move safely throughout the Emergency Department.
Assist patients with eating, hydration, toileting, grooming, and comfort measures.
Assist nurses with treatments and patient care activities within the CNA scope of practice.
Maintain stocked patient rooms and clinical supply areas.
Accurately document patient care in the electronic medical record.
Support department operations with unit coordination, phone communication, and clerical tasks as needed.
Adapt to changing priorities and patient volumes throughout the shift.