CNA Medical Surgical

St. Charles Health System•Redmond, OR

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides patient- and family-focused care as part of the healthcare team, following St. Charles Health System’s mission, philosophy, policies, procedures, and the scope established by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. CNAs work across various units that provide specialized care to patients throughout hospitalization and discharge. This position does not directly manage other caregivers. The CNA assists patients with daily living and personal care, monitors and reports vital signs and changes in patient condition, supports safe mobility and fall prevention, and contributes to a clean and safe care environment. The role includes documenting care in the electronic health record, transporting patients and other items, and performing additional authorized procedures after training. The CNA may also provide administrative and operational support, such as stocking supplies, maintaining equipment, assisting with scheduling and records, and participating in quality improvement and departmental activities. The position is full-time, with 36 scheduled hours per week, on the first shift from 0630 to 1900. Scheduled days vary and include every other weekend and holidays. The listed pay range is $23.74–$30.39.

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.
Be able to wear the 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.
Ability to sit for extended periods while remaining alert and monitoring patients.
Strong teamwork and collaborative skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability and experience with computer applications, electronic medical record systems, and MS Office.
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 experience in a patient care setting.
Customer service experience.
Clerical experience.

Responsibilities

Review and follow directions for assigned patient care within the CNA’s scope of duties.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and mobilization; provide personal hygiene care while preserving dignity and comfort.
Respond to patient call lights and address needs or notify appropriate staff for assistance.
Measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen saturation, and promptly report abnormalities.
Assist with repositioning, ambulation, and transfers between beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers; support fall prevention and patient safety.
Alert nursing staff to changes in patient behavior or condition and to needs requiring intervention outside the CNA scope of practice.
Help maintain a safe environment and support harm reduction 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.
After training, 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 or removing a continuous passive motion machine.
Receive and transmit messages or inquiries and assist with data entry in EMR, staffing, charge capture, electronic bedboard, charge entry, and charge reconciliation systems.
Perform general administrative duties, stock nurse servers and specialty carts or areas, assist with equipment maintenance, order non-medical supplies, and support scheduling and operational processes as directed.
Schedule or cancel patient appointments as needed.
Participate in continuous quality improvement, daily huddles, departmental activities, and professional development.
Promote patient independence, privacy, and rights; reinforce basic health care teaching and communicate effectively with patients and families.
Maintain professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests; identify work-related problems and implement solutions within scope as appropriate.
Help create a healing environment and provide a caring therapeutic presence by introducing oneself, explaining the care role, using the patient’s preferred name, listening, and discussing care goals.
Support organizational mission, vision, values, and Lean continuous-improvement principles; maintain professionalism and confidentiality and comply with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
Provide timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care, and perform other duties of similar complexity as assigned.
For Home Health, Hospice, or Wound caregivers only: drive safely to assigned locations, enter homes and other care settings according to facility protocols, and follow outside agency conduct guidelines.