Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)-Emergency Department

Certified Nursing Assistant

PeaceHealth is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Evening position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.65 – $33.97. 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.

Job Summary

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant to join the Emergency Department team at our Cottage Grove location on a Per Diem basis. This role is well-suited for CNAs who bring confidence, compassion, and adaptability to a fast-paced acute care environment. Emergency care at PeaceHealth is highly collaborative, mission-driven, and centered on treating every patient with dignity and respect during their most vulnerable moments. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, the CNA provides both direct and indirect patient care using established nursing assistant procedures and techniques. Prior hospital or acute care experience is strongly preferred, as this role requires efficiency, critical thinking, and comfort working in a dynamic emergency setting.

Essential Functions

• Assists 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.
• Assists patient with personal care which may include bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration.
• Provides patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
• Maintains unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
• Documents relevant patient care data.
• May provide clerical support to the unit, doing order entry, chart processing, answering telephones, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in an acute care facility and
• 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 - Oregon
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Skills

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

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).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Why PeaceHealth PeaceHealth is a mission-driven, nonprofit healthcare system guided by compassion, service, and respect for each individual. Our caregivers are united by a shared purpose to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve. We foster a culture that values collaboration, inclusivity, and cultural humility, creating a workplace where caregivers feel supported, respected, and empowered to do meaningful work every day.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. Benefits for positions less than 0.5 FTE include a 403(b)-retirement plan for caregiver contributions, wellness benefits, a discount program, and an expanded Employee Assistance Program with enhanced mental health resources.

Cottage Grove offers the charm of a close-knit community set amid the natural beauty of Oregon's southern Willamette Valley. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, biking, lakes, rivers, and scenic landscapes year-round, along with a welcoming small-town feel. Located just south of Eugene, Cottage Grove provides a balance of peaceful living, outdoor adventure, and access to arts, culture, and dining that define the Pacific Northwest lifestyle.