CNA | APU - FT Nights

Bay Area Hospital•Fort Bridger, WY

2d•$19 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides high-quality, compassionate, and efficient patient care under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing staff. In alignment with Oregon’s updated 2025 CNA certification standards, the CNA performs a comprehensive range of clinical, clerical, and support functions that promote patient health, safety, and dignity. All CNA tasks are carried out under the direction of a Registered Nurse, who provides guidance and oversight to ensure safe and appropriate care delivery. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, collecting objective data, supporting therapeutic interventions, maintaining accurate documentation, coordinating unit activities, and ensuring a safe, clean, and organized environment. Support the mission, vision, and values of Bay Area Hospital by demonstrating adherence to our behavioral standards. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds are essential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Current, valid Oregon CNA certification (per the 2025 unified certification requirements)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Strong customer service, interpersonal, observational, and communication skills required
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively
Able to work collaboratively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Strong understanding of cultural sensitivity and developmental stages of care
Proficiency in basic computer use and electronic documentation
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail
Demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and punctuality
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
Requires manual dexterity and effective hand-eye coordination
Must communicate clearly and effectively in English via reading, writing, and speaking
Regular exposure to body fluids and standard precautions required
Requires use of personal computers and electronic health records system

Nice To Haves

Previous CNA experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred
Familiarity with medical terminology preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care including bathing, grooming, feeding, ambulating, toileting, and repositioning
Assist with safe patient transfers and mobility, using assistive devices and safe handling equipment
Monitor and document required cases, patient vital signs, pain levels, height, weight, intake/output, and report abnormalities.
Document care accurately and in a timely manner in the patient’s medical record
Obtain patient specimens and perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose, urine screening, occult blood) within scope of training and as directed by the RN/MD.
Assist with clinical interventions such as incentive spirometry, warm/cold therapies, bladder scans, and deep breathing exercises as directed by the RN.
Apply and remove restraints and sequential compression devices as directed by nursing staff
Respond to patient call lights and escalate patient needs outside of CNA scope to licensed nurse
Observe and communicate changes in patient condition, behavior, and needs to the RN
Provide 1:1 patient observation for safety and fall prevention as needed
Reinforce patient education and orientation as directed by the RN.
Support communication across the unit by answering phones, transferring calls, relaying messages, and assisting visitors
Utilize electronic health records in Epic and other hospital systems to input, retrieve, and verify patient information, run reports, and enter charges
Process documentation such as discharge paperwork, transport charts, and scanned/faxed materials
Coordinate nurse call system assignments, manage staff phone assignments, and monitor call response status
Maintain and manage unit inventory, order supplies, and ensure organized storage and workspaces
Assist physicians with EMR tasks and access as requested
Perform quality assurance checks on documentation and unit functions as directed by leadership
Retrieve and transport blood products, specimens, and documents as needed
Perform other duties as assigned within the CNA scope of practice