CNA / Unit Tech - Ortho, Spine and Neurology Unit (.9 FTE, Nights)

EvergreenHealth • Kirkland, WA

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About The Position

The Unit Tech performs tasks involving direct and indirect patient care, treatment, transportation, and clerical duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position is in the Orthopedic, Spine and Neurology department at EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, Washington, on a night schedule of 36 hours per week.

The role includes observing, documenting, and reporting changes in patient activity or symptoms; assisting with patient preparation and transport; responding to patient inquiries and call lights; and supporting RNs and other healthcare providers with wound care and procedures as directed. The employee is also accountable for dependable attendance, timely completion of responsibilities, and work consistent with organizational policies, goals, and values. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (NA-C) in the State of Washington.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• Ability to apply knowledge of basic patient care techniques and procedures to the care of the assigned age group.

Nice To Haves

• Recent experience in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Observe, document, and report changes in patient activity or symptoms, including vital signs, respiration, discomfort, intake, output, weight, and bleeding.
• Assist with or prepare patients for transport, including moving them between a bed and a gurney or wheelchair.
• Transport patients, belongings and valuables, blood products, supplies, pharmaceuticals, equipment, and specimens between locations.
• Acknowledge patient inquiries and respond or refer them appropriately.
• Answer patient call lights, determine the nature of the problem, and respond within scope or obtain appropriate resources.
• Assist RNs and other healthcare providers with wound care and patient procedures as directed.
• Maintain attendance, punctuality, and dependability.
• Complete assigned responsibilities effectively and within designated or agreed-upon timeframes, consistent with organizational policies, goals, and values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• On-demand virtual health care
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a)) with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Paid Time Off/Vacation
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Voluntary legal insurance
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
• Free parking
• Commuter benefits
• Up to $1,500 bonus for qualifying CNAs with at least 6 months of experience who are new EvergreenHealth employees

What This Job Offers

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