Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Dayton General Hospital

Columbia County Health System; Dayton (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full-time benefits

Shift differentials (nights & weekends

Float to Rivers Walk

Job summary

Columbia County Health System in Dayton, WA seeks a full-time Day & Night CNA for our Acute Care/Emergency Department. The role involves assisting RNs with patient care, hygiene, vital signs, and documentation in the EHR, with opportunities to float to Rivers Walk Assisted Living Facility.

Active WA CNA license required; ED experience preferred. Employment includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus, shift differentials, and full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Active Washington CNA license required.
• Emergency Department experience preferred.
• Full-time availability for day and night shifts.
• Hospitals setting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Support activities of daily living and patient hygiene.
• Record patient vital signs and EKGs; document in EHR.
• Assist with mobility and basic patient care tasks and safety.

Skills

CNA license

ED experience

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

Washington State CNA certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Category: HEALTHCARE

Requisition Number: CERTI001398

• Posted : August 18, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Dayton, WA 99328, USA

Description

We are looking to hire a full-time Day & Night Shift Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in our Acute Care/Emergency Department in Dayton, WA!

At CCHS, our Acute Care department staffing has 1-2 CNA’s staffed to assist RN’s with patient care. As a Critical Access Hospital, our Nursing Leadership steps up to the plate to assist on the floor, working elbow to elbow with staff to give our community the care they need. We offer hands-on training, as we have Simulation’s available for education and skills practice.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on years of experience, education, and licensing
  - The night shift differential is $1.25 per hour for hours worked between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM, Sunday through Saturday.
  - The weekend differential is $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00 AM Saturday and 12:00 AM Monday.
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus included!
• Day & Night Shift Available
• Shift Differentials for Nights and Weekends
• Will float to other units including Rivers Walk Assisted Living Facility
• Full-Time Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision & Basic Life Insurance; eligibility to participate in a 401K Plan, as well as PTO and Sick Time Accruals

In this role, you will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to provide and assist with direct patient care services including patient hygiene, activities of daily living, nutritional support, vital signs, EKG's, ambulating and other basic patient care activities. You will interact and maintain public relations with patients, family members, visitors, physicians and other support staff members. You will be responsible for ensuring safe handling of infectious materials and record patient medical information in the EHR.

To be successful in this role, you will hold an active Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license; Emergency Department experience preferred.

At the base of the Blue Mountains, this community is perfect for those looking for outdoor recreation and rural living while having quick access to the enjoyment of Walla Walla and its active festivities. Looking for more of a city-based lifestyle, we're close to Tri-Cities too! Our Health System draws in both patients and employees from the surrounding area, finding scenic commutes with little to no traffic. Columbia County Health System has much to offer, and we would love the opportunity to talk with you more about what makes this place great!

Want to know more about this community? Make sure to check out our website and learn about our Leadership Philosophies and to watch patient and employee testimonials!

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