Certified Nursing Assistant Trainee

St. Charles Health System • Bend, OR

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About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee completes coursework in collaboration with community partners to prepare for the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) CNA certification exam. Training includes classroom lecture and lab, clinical skills, exams, and online content. After completing the coursework, the trainee assumes the Graduate Nursing Assistant role while working toward certification. This role may be performed for up to 120 days after the CNA Trainee program is completed.

As a Graduate Nursing Assistant, the caregiver provides patient- and family-focused care as part of the health care team, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and within demonstrated competencies and organizational policies. The position staffs various units that provide specialized care to patients during hospitalization and discharge and does not directly manage other caregivers.

Requirements

• Complete an accredited CNA course within 60 days, as required for certification.
• Register for the OSBN CNA certification exam within 14 days of completing the St. Charles Health System CNA course.
• Become a Certified Nursing Assistant with the OSBN within 120 days of completing the course.
• Hold AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Be able to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a patient care setting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in required CNA coursework, including classroom lecture and lab, clinical skills, exams, and online content.
• Attend all classroom and clinical hours designated by the OSBN and St. Charles Health System and successfully pass required coursework exams.
• Recognize, report, and record observations and care provided.
• Perform assigned duties as an unlicensed assistive care provider under Registered Nurse direction and supervision, within demonstrated competencies and applicable policy.
• Answer call lights and monitor patients one-to-one for safety when assigned.
• Alert nursing staff to changes in a patient's behavior or condition, requests for assistance, or need for nursing intervention.
• Use crisis de-escalation techniques and assist with crisis intervention as appropriate, including use of AVADE training.
• Provide patient hygiene care according to standards.
• Stock the unit, transport patients, and help keep the unit clean and free of clutter.
• Clean equipment, identify maintenance needs when appropriate, and ensure rental equipment is returned to its owner.
• Help create a healing environment and intentional relationships that support patients and caregivers.
• Provide a therapeutic presence by responding compassionately to patient needs, introducing oneself and explaining one's role, asking patients their preferred names and care goals, listening actively, and communicating effectively.
• Document patient care in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the organization's vision, mission, values, and continuous-improvement Lean principles.
• Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conduct work professionally and confidentially, comply with applicable laws and policies, report known or suspected violations, and cooperate with organizational investigations.
• Deliver timely, efficient, and accurate customer service and patient care.
• Perform additional duties of similar complexity as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed