Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Patient Transport
About The Position
PeaceHealth is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for patient transport at Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, Oregon. This part-time, 0.80 FTE evening-shift role supports safe patient movement and efficient flow throughout the hospital. The position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement, and there may be more than one opening. The Patient Transport CNA helps patients reach tests, procedures, treatments, inpatient units, and other services safely and comfortably. The role is physically active, involving walking throughout the hospital, pushing transport equipment, and coordinating with multiple departments. It also includes transporting hospital materials and providing clear updates to patients and care teams. The position offers an entry point for CNAs seeking hospital experience and potential career growth.
Requirements
- Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to remain organized and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Basic computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- One year of healthcare experience.
- Previous experience in an acute care or hospital setting.
- Transferable skills, a positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn.
Responsibilities
- Transport patients throughout the medical center using wheelchairs, stretchers, and other approved transport equipment.
- Provide a welcoming and reassuring presence during transports.
- Communicate with nursing units, imaging departments, procedural areas, and other teams about transport status and delays.
- Move patients safely to and from tests, procedures, treatments, and inpatient units.
- Transport specimens, supplies, equipment, records, linens, and other hospital materials as needed.
- Prioritize requests and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Follow patient safety, transportation, and infection prevention guidelines.
- Document transport activities when required.
- Support a positive experience for patients, visitors, and caregivers.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
- Generous paid time off.
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Additional voluntary insurance options.
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
- Wellness benefits and resources.
- Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Mental health and wellbeing support programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
