CNA Float Pool

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

1d•$24 - $30

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) staffs various units throughout St. Charles Health System, whose departments provide specialized care to patients throughout hospitalization and discharge. The CNA provides patient- and family-focused care as part of the healthcare team, in accordance with the organization’s mission, philosophy, policies and procedures, and within the Oregon State Board of Nursing’s scope of practice. The position does not directly manage other caregivers. This part-time float-pool position works 24 scheduled hours per week on a variable schedule that includes every other weekend and holidays. The first-shift schedule is 0700–1930. The CNA provides direct patient care, supports nursing and operational activities, and promotes patient safety, dignity, independence, and comfort. Additional authorized clinical duties may be performed after training. The position requires appropriate use of personal protective equipment and may involve exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Requirements

Certified Nursing Assistant credential 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.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.
Ability to interact professionally with a diverse population and represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and work independently.
Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability and experience using computer applications, electronic medical record systems, and MS Office.
Meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent standing and walking; keyboard operation; communicating clearly and hearing normal speech; and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling loads as specified.
For Home Health, Hospice, or Wound caregivers only: valid Oregon driver’s license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous CNA or other patient-care-setting experience.
Customer service experience.
Clerical experience.

Responsibilities

Follow directions for providing care to 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 meet patient needs or notify appropriate staff for assistance.
Measure and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen saturation, and report abnormalities to the nursing team.
Assist 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, or needs outside the CNA’s scope of practice.
Help provide a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests and support efforts to reduce harm.
Follow infection-prevention protocols, maintain cleanliness, disinfect equipment, and use personal protective equipment appropriately.
Maintain competency in supportive patient care, operate equipment safely, and carry out nursing orders within the CNA’s 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, perform authorized duties such as interrupting and re-establishing nasogastric suction; placing electrodes or leads and running an EKG or telemetry; suctioning the nose or oral pharynx; removing and reapplying established traction equipment; and applying and removing a continuous passive motion machine.
Receive and transmit messages or inquiries to the appropriate destination.
Assist with data entry in electronic medical records, staffing and charge-capture systems, electronic bedboards, charge entry, and charge reconciliation.
Perform general administrative duties as required, such as email, filing, and ordering supplies.
Stock nurse servers, specialty carts, and other areas; assist with equipment maintenance and order departmental non-medical supplies.
Assist with scheduling and operational processes as directed, including scheduling or cancelling 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 patients’ rights to make care decisions, and report findings.
Give clear directions and reinforce basic healthcare teaching for patients and families.
Communicate effectively in writing and orally and maintain professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identify work-related problems, propose possible solutions, and implement solutions within the scope of duties as appropriate.
Contribute to a healing environment and provide a caring, therapeutic presence by responding purposefully to patient needs, introducing oneself, explaining one’s role, asking patients’ preferred names, listening actively, and communicating appropriately.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, and values, and champion Lean principles of continuous improvement.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; report known or suspected violations; and cooperate with organizational investigations and proceedings.
Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care that promotes goodwill.
Perform other duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.
For Home Health, Hospice, or Wound caregivers only: drive safely to assigned locations, enter designated residences or facilities in accordance with their protocols, and follow outside-agency conduct guidelines.