CNA - Patient Transport

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a CNA - Patient Transport for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Night position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.42 – $32.09. 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

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse within the scope of the CNA licensure.
• Perform 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.
• Document relevant patient care data.
• May provide clerical support to the unit; doing order entry, chart processing, answering telephones, etc.
• May be required to complete required CareConnect training to assist with Coordination of Patient Transport.

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

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a courteous, caring, and understanding attitude towards patients, families, co-workers, visitors, volunteers, peers, and physicians.
• Must be well organized, flexible and able to function effectively and independently as assigned.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer, clerical, phone etiquette and customer service skills.

Skills

• None specified

Benefits

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