Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Aveanna Healthcare; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

A health care service provider is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Yakima, WA. In this part-time role, you will provide personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities to improve patient quality of life. Essential responsibilities include assisting with basic care, evaluating medical needs, and maintaining documentation. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. Join our dedicated team and contribute to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted certification as required by the state.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition.
• Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective problem-solving

Good organization and communication skills

Education

High school graduate or GED

Current CPR certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Aveanna Healthcare

COME JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!

The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities that improve quality of life by allowing our patients to remain in their home (or facility) while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Compensation: $17 - 19 per hour

Essential Job Functions

• Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as basic first aid
• Taking weight and vital signs
• Catheter and bowel care, including I&O monitoring
• Range of motion exercises, assigned by PT, OT, or SLT
• Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other equipment
• Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs
• Care for patient’s special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasks
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating
• Maintain and complete the necessary patient/family and company documentation records upon conclusion of each visit
• Observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the RN Nursing Supervisor
• Provide hands‑on personal care and performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services
• Provide services that are ordered by the physician in the plan of care and that the aide is permitted to perform under state law

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED*
• Current, unrestricted certification or proof of training as required by the state
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and procedures
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable MVR

Ongoing Education

An aide must receive at least 12 hours of in‑service training during each 12‑month period. In‑service training may occur while an aide is furnishing care to a patient.

Other Skills / Abilities

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution
• Good organization and communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch
• Must be able to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Must be able to respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport

Environment

• May involve exposure to allergens and other conditions
• Possibility of exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care