Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Float Pool

Multiple Locations - Portland Metro; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization where your contributions directly impact patient care and community well-being. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will work as part of an interprofessional team, providing essential support to licensed nursing personnel. Your role will involve assisting with patient care, documentation, and maintaining a safe environment. This dynamic position requires flexibility and a commitment to excellence in patient service. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification is required.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Organizes and adapts the plan of care based on patient needs.
• Recognizes emergencies and responds appropriately.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Emergency Response

Documentation

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

The nursing philosophy at Legacy focuses on our patients and their families. Everything we do centers around them. At Legacy, you will be part of an interprofessional team focused on one goal: making life better for our patients and the community. If you believe this is an environment in which you would thrive, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Responsible for assisting licensed nursing personnel in the provision of nursing care. Participates as a member of the healthcare team under the direction of a licensed nurse, as defined by Standards and Authorized Duties for Certified Nursing Assistants (OAR 851-63-0010 - 0060, 0080, 0090) or Nursing Assistants (WAC 246-841-400, 405). Also assists with clerical functions, housekeeping, and patient transportation throughout the hospital. Employees in this job classification are required to be available and flexible to float to various sites throughout Legacy Health.

Are you looking for a CNA opportunity with a different schedule or at another Legacy Health location? Please click to see a list of other openings.

Responsibilities

• Provides care delegated and supervised by a registered nurse to meet the needs of clients determined by condition, development, and age as defined by Department Specific Addendum.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the plan of care as delegated.
• Organizes and adapts the plan of care with consideration for patient/client’s needs, desires, and routines.
• Demonstrates awareness and reinforces priorities in the plan of care.
• Encourages self-care and independence as appropriate, as defined by Department Specific Addendum.
• Identifies normal and abnormal mental functions and demonstrates skills for addressing the needs and behaviors of the cognitively impaired.
• Cares for and maintains the client’s environment by avoiding hazards, using restraints properly, and following infection control procedures.
• Recognizes abnormal signs and symptoms of common disease conditions and communicates accurately and promptly.
• Provides and maintains basic nutrition and oral fluid intake.
• Recognizes emergencies and responds appropriately, demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Completes documentation according to guidelines.

Competency

• Demonstrates knowledge of statutes and regulations, functioning within the legal boundaries of CNA practice.
• Achieves and maintains clinical competency by:
• Maintaining current certification.
• Performing acts within the authorized scope of practice.
• Demonstrating ongoing competency in technical skills.
• Performing tasks or procedures after receiving education and clinical experience.

Qualifications

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vet / Disabled

Licensure

Current CNA required.

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers required.