Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN

Kindred Healthcare; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading rehabilitation hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients recovering from various medical conditions. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a compassionate team that prioritizes patient well-being. You will engage in meaningful work, assisting patients with their daily needs and ensuring a supportive environment. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to community service, this position is perfect for those looking to make a difference in the lives of others while advancing their career in healthcare. Embrace this chance to grow in a state-of-the-art facility that values your contributions.

Benefits

Low nurse-to-patient ratios

Professional development opportunities

CEU Support

Affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Up to 20 days of PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Qualifications

• Completion of nursing assistant course and current state certification required.
• Minimum six months experience in an acute or long-term facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care responsibilities considering specific needs.
• Assist patients with daily activities and report changes in condition.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

CPR/BCLS Certification

Education

Nursing Assistant Course

State Certification as Nursing Assistant

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as the #1 Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington. A career at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a 60-bed state-of-the-art, inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is more than a job. It’s a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the Puget Sound area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in Tacoma need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply for this PRN shift position!

Our Benefits:

· Low nurse-to-patient ratios

· Professional development and advancement opportunities

· CEU Support

· State-of-the-art equipment

· Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full time employees and their families

· Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees

· 6 paid holidays for full time employees

· Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees

· 401(k) retirement plan

· Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role:

• Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age
• Provides morning care which may include bed bath, shower or whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the day
• Provides evening care which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room and other general care as needed
• Prepares patients for meals; serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients if necessary
• Answers patient call lights, anticipates patient's needs and makes rounds to assigned patients
• Assists patients with the handling of personal property: dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, prosthetic devices, etc
• Reports and, when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidents
• Assists licensed nursing staff with treatment procedures
• Other duties as assigned

• Completion of course for nursing assistants
• Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant
• CPR/BCLS Certification
• Minimum six months experience in an acute or long term facility preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Hourly range: $24.00 per hour.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program and Stroke Specialty Program.