CNA Ortho Neuro

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

2d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides patient- and family-focused care as part of the health care team, in accordance with St. Charles Health System’s mission, philosophy, policies, procedures, and the parameters established by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. CNAs staff various units that provide specialized care to patients throughout hospitalization and discharge. The position does not directly manage other caregivers. This role includes supporting patients with daily care, mobility, safety, and comfort; recording and documenting care; and reporting changes in patient condition to nursing staff. Depending on training and authorization, the CNA may perform additional clinical tasks. The role also includes administrative and operational support as needed, participation in quality improvement and professional development, and maintaining effective, professional relationships with patients, families, caregivers, medical staff, and guests. This is a regular, full-time night position scheduled for 36 hours weekly, with shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Scheduled days vary and include every other weekend and holidays.

Requirements

Certified Nursing Assistant certification with the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Complete the additional St. Charles Health System CNA training course within 45 days of hire.
Interact professionally with a diverse population and represent St. Charles Health System professionally.
Work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and work independently.
Sit for extended periods while remaining alert and monitoring patients.
Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration, attention to detail, and excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Demonstrate ability and experience with computer applications, electronic medical record systems, and MS Office.
Wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

CNA or other previous experience in a patient care setting.
Customer service and clerical experience.

Responsibilities

Follow directions for the care of assigned patients within the CNA’s scope of duties.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobilization, and personal hygiene, while maintaining dignity and comfort.
Respond promptly to patient call lights and address patient needs or notify appropriate staff.
Measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen saturation, and report abnormalities to the nursing team.
Assist patients with repositioning, ambulation, and transfers between beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers; support fall prevention and safe movement.
Alert nursing staff to changes in a patient’s behavior or condition and to needs requiring assistance or intervention beyond the CNA’s scope.
Help maintain a safe environment and support the nursing team in reducing harm across the continuum of patient care.
Follow infection prevention protocols, maintain cleanliness, disinfect equipment, and use personal protective equipment appropriately.
Maintain competency in supportive care, operate equipment safely, and carry out nursing orders within the CNA scope of practice.
Document care accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Transport patients, blood, specimens, and other items as needed.
Once trained and authorized, interrupt and re-establish nasogastric suction; place electrodes or leads and run EKGs or telemetry; suction the nose or oral pharynx; remove and reapply established traction equipment; and apply and remove continuous passive motion machines.
Receive and route messages and inquiries, assist with data entry in electronic medical record, staffing, charge capture, bedboard, charge entry, and charge reconciliation systems, and perform general administrative duties as needed.
Stock patient-room nurse servers and specialty carts or areas, assist with equipment maintenance, order departmental non-medical supplies, and assist with scheduling and operational processes.
Schedule and cancel patient appointments.
Support departmental and operating-unit goals through continuous quality improvement, daily huddles, and departmental activities.
Participate in activities that promote professional growth and development for self and others.
Promote patient independence, respect privacy and patient rights, and report findings.
Give clear directions and reinforce teaching to patients and families about basic health care needs.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and maintain professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identify work-related problems, develop possible solutions, and implement solutions within the scope of duties as appropriate.
Help create a healing environment and provide a caring, therapeutic presence by responding purposefully to patient needs, introducing oneself, explaining one’s role, asking patients their preferred names, listening actively, and communicating appropriately.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, values, and Lean continuous-improvement principles.
Conduct activities professionally and confidentially; comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; report known or suspected violations; and cooperate with organizational investigations and proceedings.
Provide timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.
For Home Health, Hospice, or Wound caregivers only: drive safely to assigned locations, enter homes and other designated care settings appropriately, and comply with the applicable facility’s protocols and conduct guidelines.