Certified Nursing Aide

SSMO Ministries Corp.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryville SNF in Beaverton, OR is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to deliver hands-on care and support daily living activities under nurse supervision. You will assist with ADLs, feeding, hygiene, and mobility while maintaining resident dignity and safety.

Basic CNA certification, CPR/BLS preferred, and strong communication skills are required. The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to HIPAA, and accurate charting in health records, with evening and weekend shifts possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• State-approved CNA training and certification must be current.
• CPR training and BLS certification preferred.
• Proficiency in taking vital signs and assisting with mobility.
• Clear English reading and writing skills are required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with residents and staff.
• Must pass background screenings and DHS checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily care and ADLs, including bathing, hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
• Provide toileting assistance and incontinence care per care plans.
• Assist with feeding and monitor food and liquid intake.
• Safely transfer and reposition residents using proper techniques.
• Record intake, output and ADL completion in EHR or paper logs.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to the charge nurse promptly.
• Follow infection control protocols and HIPAA privacy requirements.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff; support teamwork.

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility support

ADL assistance

Effective communication

English comprehension

Teamwork

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Basic computer use

Education

High school diploma or GED

State-approved CNA training program

CPR certification

BLS certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Aide# Certified Nursing AideMARYVILLE SNF - BEAVERTON, OR 97007## OverviewSalary Range$24.00 - $28.00 HourlyLevelEntry## DescriptionMaryville is seeking a compassionate and dependable **Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)** to provide timely, quality care while promoting residents’ dignity, safety, comfort, and overall quality of life. The CNA position provides direct, hands-on patient care and support daily living activities under the supervision of registered nursing (RNs) or licensed practical Nurses (LPNs). **Responsibilities:*** Assist residents with daily care and Activities of Daily living (ADLs) including bathing and maintaining proper hygiene, including oral hygiene and hair care, dressing and undressing.* Provide toileting assistance, bedpans, urinals, toilet transfers, and incontinence care according to care plans and maintaining skin integrity and bowel/bladder regularity.* Assist with feeding, setup, monitoring meal/fluid intake, and implementing specific dietary or swallowing precautions.* Serve meal trays, feed patients who need assistance, and record food and liquid intake.* Safely lift, turn, reposition, and transfer residents using proper body mechanics and mechanical lift equipment (e.g., Hoyer lifts, gait belts).* Answer call lights promptly and maintain and clan, hazard-free resident environment.* Measure and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure) and weight as directed.* Monitor residents for changes in physical or mental condition (e.g., skin breakdown, behavioral shifts, pain, respiratory distress) and report them immediately to the charge nurse.* Perform basic supportive tasks such as ostomy care, non-sterile dressing assistance, or post-mortem care under nurse direction.* Accurately chart ADL completion, food/fluid intake, and output (I&Os) in electronic health records (EHR) or paper flowsheets.* Follow federal, state, and facility infection-control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and universal precautions.* Protect resident privacy and maintain strict compliance with HIPAA regulations.**Required Qualifications*** High school education or GED equivalent.* State-approved CNA training program certification.* Must pass all required background screenings.* Maintain and possess current CPR training and certificate* Proficiency in patient care techniques, including taking vital signs and providing mobility support.* Active listening, writing and reading comprehension skills in English.* Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and empathetically with patients, family members and staff at every level of the organization.* Basic Understanding of medical terminology and healthcare practices.* Attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.* Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and handle physically demanding activities.* Ability to use a computer database and enter in accurate medical details accurately.* Ability to work weekend shifts on a rotation basis.* Successfully complete the state of Oregon DHS background check.* Willing and able to follow spoken and written instructions and direction.* Have great collaboration and teamwork skills.* High level of comfort working with elderly patients and individuals with special needs.* CPR and BLS certifications preferred.**Physical Requirements:** * Works in temperature-controlled office areas, but frequently moves through the entire facility, including patient rooms, therapy areas, and common lobbies.* Characterized by moderate noise levels with frequent interruptions from phone calls, medical staff, and arriving families.* Required to stand or walk for prolonged periods, especially when conducting facility tours or performing building rounds.* Ability to lift, push, pull or move at least 50 pounds independently on occasion.* May occasionally assist with patient transfers or evacuations, which can involve moving up to 200 pounds with assistance or equipment.