Patient Team Support (CNA) - Intermediate Care Unit

Job Summary

Continuously exemplifies the mission, values and customer service philosophy of PeaceHealth in job performance and in relationships to others. Assists the healthcare team in maintaining an efficient nursing unit through effective communication, organizational and nursing skills and professionalism. Provides patient care within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) as directed by the Registered Nurse.

Details of the Position

• Performs assigned tasks within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant and in accordance with PeaceHealth and general nursing policies and procedures.
• Maintains effective communication linkage between all care team members.
• Maintains and coordinates patient admission, discharge and transfer as applicable to unit.
• Maintains patient registration, scheduling and insurance authorizations as applicable to unit.
• Coordinates unit supplies.
• Maintains unit safety and security.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates individual patient care.
• Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of their age.

What You Bring

• Education: High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent
• Experience: Preferred: Previous Certified Nursing Assistant experience Preferred: Previous Unit Secretary or related experience
• Credentials: Required: Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington (Washington Requirement: Employees hired prior to October 1, 1997 may qualify for this position with a Registered Nursing Assistant designation from the State of Washington)
• Working Conditions: Lifting Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts). Performing hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA).
• Environmental Conditions: Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

What You Bring (continued)

• Mental/Visual: Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Working Conditions: Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently. Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.

Benefits

Promotes the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package includes 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.