About the position
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Salem Health, you are a vital part of our patient care team. Your role goes far beyond routine tasks—you are the compassionate heart of the care experience. Every interaction you have with patients is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and support during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. You will work closely with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that each patient receives personalized, high-quality care. Within your scope of practice, you will assist with daily living activities such as bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital sign monitoring. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety help maintain a clean, secure, and healing environment. Your empathetic nature and strong communication skills will allow you to build meaningful connections with patients and their families, offering not just physical care but emotional reassurance. At Salem Health, we value your dedication and recognize the essential role you play in improving patient outcomes and enhancing the overall healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital sign monitoring.
- Work closely with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure personalized, high-quality care.
- Maintain a clean, secure, and healing environment.
- Build meaningful connections with patients and their families.
Requirements
- Currently certified in the State of Oregon to practice as a CNA.
- Have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider card.
- Well-developed computer skills and ability to learn additional programs with minimal training.
- Ability to work tactfully and effectively with physicians, nurses, and other hospital employees.
Benefits
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Basic and voluntary life insurance.
- Short and long-term disability.
- Live Well Wellness Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay.
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access.
- Education assistance program.
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.
