CNA - Acute Medical Care

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a CNA - Acute Medical Care for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.00 – $34.50. 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. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

About the Role

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

• Assists professional nursing personnel in providing quality, compassionate patient care by performing tasks involving direct and indirect patient care, using skills and knowledge in basic nursing assistant procedures and techniques under direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
• Performs basic technical skills which may include: CPR; taking and recording vital signs; measuring and recording fluid intake/output; applying dressings; recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions; administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse.
• Aid patient with personal care which may include: bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration.
• Provide patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
• Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
• Documents relevant patient care data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year preferred: experience in an acute care facility
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Qualifications

• Credentials Required: Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington
• Upon Hire: Basic Life Support Skills

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Benefits

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan 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, and expanded EAP and mental health program.