CNA - Medical

PeaceHealth • Cottage Grove, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for its Medical Unit in Cottage Grove, Oregon. This per diem/relief role provides hands-on support to patients during their hospital stay, working collaboratively with registered nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals in a community hospital environment. The CNA contributes to patient comfort, safety, recovery, and wellbeing while adapting to changing care priorities. The department provides patient care 24 hours a day, so caregivers must be comfortable working nights, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as patient care needs require.

The role offers experience caring for patients with varied medical conditions and healthcare needs. Applicants with strong patient care skills, adaptability, communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply, including those newer to the profession. A current resume is requested for full consideration.

Requirements

• Current Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a patient care environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfort working nights, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as patient care needs require.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of CNA experience; candidates with this experience will be prioritized.
• Previous experience in an acute care hospital setting; hospital experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience caring for adult medical-surgical patients.
• Skilled Nursing Facility experience, particularly alongside strong patient care skills and experience supporting diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care, mobility, comfort, and activities of daily living.
• Take and document vital signs and other patient information.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
• Assist with safe patient transfers, ambulation, and positioning.
• Support patients with eating, hydration, toileting, grooming, and comfort measures.
• Assist nurses with treatments and patient care activities within the CNA scope of practice.
• Maintain stocked patient rooms and clinical supply areas.
• Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Support unit operations with communication, coordination, and clerical tasks as needed.
• Adapt to changing patient care priorities throughout the shift.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement savings plan for caregiver contributions.
• Wellness benefits and wellbeing resources.
• Employee discount program.
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Mental health support resources.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed