Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - TRACU
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for assisting licensed nursing personnel in providing nursing care. As a member of the health care team, the CNA works under the direction of a licensed nurse and within the authorized duties and scope of practice defined by applicable Oregon or Washington regulations. The role also includes clerical functions, housekeeping, and transporting patients throughout the hospital. The position is with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland, which provides critical care and serves as a local and regional leader for serious illness and injury, including trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, and brain surgery. Legacy’s nursing philosophy centers on patients and their families, with care delivered by an interprofessional team.
Requirements
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider certification.
- Knowledge of statutes and regulations governing CNA practice and ability to function within its legal boundaries.
- Demonstrated ongoing competency in technical skills.
- Perform tasks or procedures after presenting written and documented education and/or clinical experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide care delegated and supervised by a registered nurse to meet client needs based on condition, development, and age, as defined by the Department Specific Addendum.
- Participate in developing and implementing the plan of care as delegated.
- Organize and adapt the plan of care with consideration for patients’ needs, preferences, and routines.
- Demonstrate awareness of and reinforce priorities in the plan of care.
- Encourage self-care and independence as appropriate, as defined by the Department Specific Addendum.
- Identify normal and abnormal mental function and demonstrate skills for addressing the needs and behaviors of cognitively impaired patients.
- Maintain the client’s environment by avoiding hazards, using restraints properly, and consistently following infection-control procedures and using barriers.
- Recognize abnormal signs and symptoms of common disease conditions and communicate them accurately and promptly.
- Provide and maintain basic nutrition and oral fluid intake.
- Recognize emergencies and respond with knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Complete documentation according to guidelines.
- Assist with clerical functions, housekeeping, and patient transportation throughout the hospital.
- Maintain clinical competency, current certification, and practice within the authorized scope.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
