Certified Nursing Assistant

Job TitleProvides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse within the CNA scope of practice. Performs clerical duties within the department or patient care team as assigned.Department DescriptionThe Intensive Care Unit provides direct care or influences care for acutely/critically ill patients who are at high risk for actual or potential life-threatening health problems. The ICU provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides intensive monitoring, assessments, and interventions.Experience/Education/QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification required.Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesTime Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.Physical DemandsRarely (1 - 10% of the time):Climb - Ladder Lift (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more LbsCarry 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds(11 - 33% of the time):(34 - 66% of the time):(67 - 100% of the time) CLIMB - LADDER LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) PULL (0-20 pounds force) SIT CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs SQUAT Repetitive ROTATE TRUNK Sitting ROTATE TRUNK Standing PULL (40 - 60 pounds force) WALK - LEVEL SURFACE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs REACH - Upward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds STAND BEND FORWARD at waist REACH - Forward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PUSH (40-60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force)