Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant - MedSurgSTAYTON, OR 97383OverviewSalary Range $22.00 - $31.37 HourlyDescriptionCertified Nursing Assistant 2- CNA 2 Med SurgWages-$19.86-$27.18 Depending on experience.At Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Our commitment to excellence in patient care is matched by our dedication to employee growth and well-being. As part of our team, you'll have access to cutting-edge medical technology, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. Join us at Santiam Hospital & Clinics, where your skills and compassion will be appreciated, and together, we can make a positive impact on the health and lives of our community.With 11 clinics offering 8 specialties, you'll be part of a diverse and dynamic healthcare community. We're proud to have been named the 2024 Best Place to Have a Baby, Best Hospital as well as receiving accolades for our Surgery Center and Women's Clinic, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for our patients.Medical Surgical – day and night shiftsWork in environments where patients receive intense interventions, therapies, and complex care.Must offer humane care for their patients.Protect patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal, medical and financial information per HIPAA.Perform patient care duties within practice scope, including those associated with patient admission, transfer, and discharge, as assigned and in conformance with recognized standards, techniques and procedures.Contribute to patient nursing assignments, care plans and discharge planning through accurate and timely collection and record of pertinent data and through report of such data to RN's and LPN's responsible for such patientsAnswer patient calls and alarms, and attend to patient needs within practice scopeAssist with patient movement, turning, and repositioning, and transfers to chair or wheelchairAccurately document patient information and patient care provided in the electronic medical recordQualificationsJob RequirementsMust possess C.N.A. (Level 2 preferred) Acute Care endorsement through Oregon State Board of NursingPreference may be given to candidates possessing recent acute care experience.Requires BLSMust be able to communicate effectively and have excellent interpersonal skills.Must be highly motivated.Able to perform duties without direct supervision:Completes personal care on each patient as assigned or directed by plan of care and policies & procedures without continual direct supervision.Demonstrates knowledge of age specific behaviors when caring for patients.Strong communication and human relationship skills:Observes and reports any patient conditions to the RN (i.e. abnormal vital signs, abnormal responses to care, change in patient behavior, patient complaints, etc.)Flexible and willing to accept a variety of patient care assignments:Self-directed and able to exercise judgement in prioritizing, accuracy and promptness in completion of duties.Knowledge of limitations regarding scope of practice:Accurately performs skills per policy and procedure.Completes only those skills within CNA scope of practice for which competency has been demonstrated.Via basic and advanced skills checklist work well with a team and have the ability to function in a fast-paced environment.Working Conditions Include:Adequate vision, hearing and manual dexterity to perform duties.Ability to lift, pull and turn a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted and over 100 pounds with assistance.Bend, stretch and reach to accomplish duties.Medical, Vision and Dental InsurancePTO and holiday payEmployee Referral Program401(k) RetirementLife InsuranceLong Term DisabilityEmployee DiscountsBilingual Pay Differential for eligible positionsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positionsTuition Assistance for eligible positionsSantiam Hospital & Clinics is a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and an EEO Affirmative Action Race/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Veteran/Disability Employer.