CNA - Surgical 3

PeaceHealth • Bellingham, WA

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About The Position

PeaceHealth is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for a full-time, 0.90 FTE night position. The role assists professional nursing personnel in providing quality, compassionate patient care through direct and indirect care tasks, using basic nursing assistant skills under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. The position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. The listed salary range is $23.00–$34.50, with the hiring rate dependent on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreement terms, and seniority. There may be more than one opening.

The CNA provides delegated patient care within the scope of Washington CNA licensure, assists with personal care and mobility, performs basic technical tasks, maintains unit supplies, and documents relevant patient care data. The position may also provide clerical support to the unit.

PeaceHealth describes its total rewards package as including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with optional additional coverage; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded EAP and mental health program.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs.
• Current Certified Nurse Assistant credential for Washington.
• Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
• Demonstrated courteous, caring, and understanding attitude toward patients, families, co-workers, visitors, volunteers, peers, and physicians.
• Ability to be well organized, flexible, and function effectively and independently as assigned.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer, clerical, phone etiquette, and customer service skills.
• Ability to meet the stated physical, environmental, and communication requirements, including patient handling, mobility, CPR, and exposure to biohazards and body fluids.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as delegated by a registered nurse and within the scope of CNA licensure.
• Perform basic technical tasks, which may include CPR; taking and recording vital signs; measuring and recording fluid intake and output; applying dressings; recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms of common diseases or 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.
• Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas.
• Document relevant patient care data.
• Provide clerical support to the unit as needed, including order entry, chart processing, and answering telephones.
• 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 buyup coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Expanded EAP and mental health program

What This Job Offers

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