CNA Wound Ostomy

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

4d•$24 - $30

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) staffs various units throughout St. Charles Health System, providing specialized patient care during hospitalization and discharge. As part of the healthcare team, the CNA provides patient- and family-focused care in accordance with the health system’s mission, philosophy, policies, procedures, and the scope established by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. This position does not directly manage other caregivers. The CNA assists patients with activities of daily living, monitors and reports vital signs and changes in condition, supports safe mobility and fall prevention, maintains infection-prevention practices, and documents care in the electronic health record. After training, the CNA may perform additional authorized clinical duties, including work with nasogastric suction, ECG or telemetry leads, oral or nasal suction, traction equipment, and continuous passive motion machines. The role may also include patient transport and administrative, supply, equipment, scheduling, and operational support. This is a relief position with variable scheduled days and shifts. The posting lists 0 scheduled weekly hours and a variable shift, with shift times of 0800–1630. Pay is $23.74–$30.39 per hour, plus a 15% relief differential in lieu of benefits.

Requirements

Oregon State Board of Nursing Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Complete the additional St. Charles Health System CNA training course within 45 days of hire.
For Home Health, Hospice, or Wound caregivers only: valid Oregon driver’s license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements.
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 collaboration skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability and experience with computer applications, electronic medical record systems, and Microsoft Office.
Meet the listed physical demands, including frequent standing and walking; keyboard operation; lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling; and other position-specific activities.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Follow directions for delivering care to assigned patients within the CNA scope of duties.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobilization, and personal hygiene, while preserving dignity and comfort.
Respond to patient call lights and address patient needs or notify appropriate staff.
Measure and record vital signs and promptly report abnormalities to the nursing team.
Assist patients with repositioning, ambulation, and transfers; support fall prevention and safe patient movement.
Alert nursing staff to changes in patient behavior or condition and needs outside the CNA’s scope of practice.
Help maintain a safe environment and support harm-reduction efforts in patient care.
Follow infection-prevention protocols, maintain cleanliness, disinfect equipment, and use PPE appropriately.
Maintain competency in supportive care, operate equipment safely, and carry out nursing orders within the CNA scope of practice.
Document care accurately in the electronic health record in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Transport patients, blood, specimens, and other items as needed.
After training, perform authorized duties such as interrupting and re-establishing nasogastric suction; placing ECG or telemetry leads; performing ECGs; suctioning the nose or oral pharynx; removing and reapplying established traction equipment; and applying or 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 bedboard, and charge-entry and reconciliation systems.
Perform general administrative tasks such as email, filing, and ordering supplies.
Stock nurse servers, specialty carts, and other designated areas; assist with equipment maintenance and order departmental non-medical supplies.
Assist with scheduling and operational processes as directed, including scheduling or canceling patient appointments.
Participate in continuous quality improvement, daily huddles, departmental activities, and professional development.
Promote patient independence, respect privacy and patient rights, and report findings.
Give clear directions and reinforce teaching for patients and families about basic healthcare needs.
Communicate effectively and maintain professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identify work-related problems and implement appropriate solutions within the scope of duties.
Help create a healing environment and provide a caring, therapeutic presence responsive to patients’ needs.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, values, and Lean continuous-improvement principles.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, report suspected violations, and cooperate with organizational investigations.
Provide timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care.
Perform other duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.
For Home Health, Hospice, or Wound caregivers, drive safely to assigned locations and follow the protocols and conduct guidelines of facilities and residences visited.