Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Surgical Unit

Why this role, why now

If you're a CNA who feels stuck in high-volume, task-heavy care, this is your chance to get back to why you chose healthcare in the first place: meaningful patient connection and being part of something that truly impacts recovery.

Why PeaceHealth Surgical at RiverBend

• Smaller moments, bigger impact: Work closely with post-surgical patients where your attention directly supports healing, comfort, and dignity
• More than tasks: You’re not just turning rooms, you’re part of a coordinated care team that values your voice and observations
• Consistency matters here: Stable night shift team where reliability and accountability are respected and recognized
• Grow your career: Opportunity to float within the hospital and build new skills across units once trained
• PNW lifestyle: Live and work minutes from trails, rivers, and mountains; real balance outside of work

What you’ll do (real work, real impact)

• Support patients after surgery with hands-on care; helping them move, rest, eat, and recover safely
• Support patients with personal care like bathing, toileting, and dressing, while preserving dignity
• Aid in walking, repositioning, and mobility to prevent complications and speed recovery
• Keep rooms clean, stocked, and ready so care isn’t delayed
• Document care clearly and accurately in the system
• Answer call lights, phones, and assist with coordination
• Show up on time, every shift, ready to support your team
• Follow through on assigned responsibilities, as your consistency directly impacts patient safety and team trust

Success Matrix: How you make a difference

• Patients feel safe, supported, and respected during vulnerable post-surgical recovery
• Early mobility and attentive care help reduce complications and length of stay
• Nurses rely on your observations to catch subtle but important changes
• Families feel confident knowing their loved one is being cared for with compassion
• The unit runs smoothly because you help create consistency and reliability across shifts

What you bring

• Current Oregon CNA certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through either AHA or American Red Cross
• A strong sense of responsibility; you follow through and show up for your patients and team
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment while staying organized and attentive
• Clear, respectful communication with patients and teammates
• Nice to have (but not required): If you’ve worked in acute care before, especially in surgical or hospital settings, you’ll have a head start, but we’re happy to help you grow into this role. We also understand life outside of work matters, and we aim to create schedules and teams that support balance and sustainability.

Nice to have (but not required)

• If you’ve worked in acute care before, especially in surgical or hospital settings, you’ll have a head start, but we’re happy to help you grow into this role.
• We also understand life outside of work matters, and we aim to create schedules and teams that support balance and sustainability.

Life at PeaceHealth & in Springfield

• You’ll be part of a team that values respect, collaboration, and cultural humility
• Access to hiking, biking, rivers, and Oregon’s outdoors year-round
• A relaxed, welcoming community with strong local culture
• Close to the Oregon Coast, mountains, and vineyards; weekend adventures are easy

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and career development
• Mental health and wellness support

See how PeaceHealth is committed to

• Caring for our caregivers is just as important as caring for our patients; physically, emotionally, and professionally

Position Details

• Pay Range: $22.35 – $33.16 per hour
• The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
• There may be more than one opening on this posting.