CNA - Medical

PeaceHealth • Longview, WA

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About The Position

PeaceHealth is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to assist professional nursing personnel in delivering quality, compassionate patient care. Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, the CNA performs direct and indirect patient-care tasks using basic nursing assistant skills and procedures. The position is full time at 0.90 FTE, on the day shift, and is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening.

The CNA assists with delegated care within the scope of CNA licensure, supports patients with personal care and mobility, maintains unit supplies, and documents relevant patient-care data. The role may also include clerical support and, after required CareConnect training, assistance with coordination of patient transport. Other duties may be assigned.

The position involves patient handling and movement, frequent physical activity, exposure to biohazards and body fluids, and work in a noisy environment. PeaceHealth states that it offers caregivers a competitive total rewards package and is committed to their overall wellbeing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Required Washington Certified Nurse Assistant credential.
• Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth, development, and life stages to meet each patient's needs.
• Demonstrate a courteous, caring, and understanding attitude toward patients, families, coworkers, visitors, volunteers, peers, and physicians.
• Be well organized, flexible, and able to function effectively and independently as assigned.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer, clerical, phone etiquette, and customer service skills.
• Meet the role's physical demands, including patient handling, movement, lifting, pushing and pulling, and performing hands-on CPR.
• Vision and hearing within normal limits, with glasses, contacts, or hearing aids permitted, and ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care as delegated by a registered nurse and within the scope of CNA licensure.
• Perform basic technical skills, including CPR, taking and recording vital signs, measuring and recording fluid intake and output, applying dressings, recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms of common conditions, and administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse.
• Assist patients with bathing, mouth and skin care, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating, and hydration.
• Help patients walk, exercise, and move in and out of bed.
• Stock patient rooms and supply areas to maintain unit supplies and meet patient-care needs.
• Document relevant patient-care data.
• Provide clerical support to the unit as needed, including order entry, chart processing, and answering telephones.
• Complete required CareConnect training if needed to assist with coordination of patient transport.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed