PeaceHealth is hiring: CNA - Transportation in Longview

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Job Description

Overview

PeaceHealth is seeking a CNA - Transportation for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, 12-Hour Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.51 – $30.85. 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.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Assist 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.
• 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

Education

• Accredited Program Required: Certified Nursing Assistant

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year; Preferred: Experience in an acute care facility
• Required: Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program
• 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
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Skills

• Demonstrates a courteous, caring, and understanding attitude towards patients, families, co-workers, 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)

Department / Location Notes

Columbia Network-St.John’s: May be required to complete required CareConnect training to assist with Coordination of Patient Transport.

Working Conditions

• Lifting: Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment and/or devices
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., medical carts)
• Ability to perform hands-on CPR as specified in guidelines; frequency should be seldom or occasionally
• 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

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries
• Hospitals and Health Care

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