CNA or Graduate Nursing Assistant Medical Services

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

About The Position

The Graduate Nursing Assistant staffs various units throughout St. Charles Health System, whose departments provide specialized care to patients throughout hospitalization and discharge. In collaboration with community partners, the Graduate Nursing Assistant completes a required CNA course in preparation for the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) certification exam. The role provides patient- and family-focused care as part of the health care team, within the scope of the job description and under Registered Nurse direction and supervision. The position may be performed for up to 120 days while the caregiver obtains CNA certification. It does not directly manage other caregivers. The position is regular, full-time, and scheduled for 36 hours per week on third shift, 1900–0730. Scheduled days vary and include every other weekend and holidays. The caregiver must be able to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely. The role carries risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Requirements

Successfully complete an accredited CNA course.
Register for the CNA certification exam with the Oregon State Board of Nursing within 14 days of completing the CNA course.
Obtain Certified Nursing Assistant status with the Oregon State Board of Nursing within 120 days of completing the course.
Hold AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Be able to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.
Meet the described physical requirements, including standing and walking continually; frequent sitting and handling 1–25 pounds; and occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead, and handling 25–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a patient care setting.

Responsibilities

Recognize, report, and record observations and care provided.
Provide unlicensed assistive care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, performing assigned duties for which competency has been demonstrated.
Answer call lights.
Monitor patients one-to-one for safety, including to help prevent falls, disruption of medical devices, self-harm, flight-risk situations, and other potential harm.
Alert nursing staff to changes in a patient’s behavior or condition, or when the patient needs assistance or nursing intervention.
Use crisis de-escalation techniques when appropriate, assist with crisis intervention for potentially dangerous patients, and use AVADE training on approach.
Provide patient-care hygiene as needed and according to standards.
Stock the unit, transport patients, and help keep the unit clean and free of clutter.
Clean equipment, identify maintenance needs when appropriate, and ensure rental equipment is returned to its owner.
Help create a healing environment and intentional relationships that support patients and caregivers and enhance the care experience.
Provide a therapeutic presence by responding caringly to patient needs, introducing oneself and explaining one’s role, asking the patient’s preferred name, discussing care goals, listening actively, and communicating appropriately.
Document patient care in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory agencies.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, and values and promote continuous improvement using Lean principles.
Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; report known or suspected violations; and cooperate with organizational investigations and proceedings.
Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care that promotes goodwill.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.