Certified Nursing Assistant - Infusion Clinic (4005)

Infusion Solutions, Inc; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Infusion Solutions, Inc. in Bellingham, WA seeks a Clinical Nursing Assistant to support nursing and pharmacy teams. You will assist with patient flow, infusion suite setup, vital signs, and maintaining infection control while delivering excellent patient service. CNA certification and strong communication are essential; prior clinical experience is preferred.

Day shift, full-time, on-site role with the opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CNA certification required.
• Previous clinical or patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control.
• Strong communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Detail-oriented with accurate patient care documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supply par levels and check equipment expiry.
• Assist nursing team with appointment confirmations.
• Prepare seating chart and screen patients before appointments.
• Record patient weights and vital signs and report promptly.
• Clean and reset infusion suites and maintain infection control.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification

Tools

CareTend

Adacare

Paychex

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bellingham - Bellingham , WA 98226

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day Shift

Job Category: Clinical Support

Position Summary

The Clinical Nursing Assistant is a clinical-minded, C.N.A. certified professional responsible for assisting the nursing department. Clinical duties include assisting nurses with patient flow, set up and clean up of infusion suites, and monitoring vital signs throughout patient’s appointments. In this position one will be responsible for delivering outstanding customer service to our patients and family members, and supporting the pharmacy and nursing departments with patient care.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains supply par levels in patient infusion suites and lab room daily checking equipment and supplies for expiration dates, levels, and functionality.
• Manages laundry stock and cleaning daily.
• Assists nursing team with appointment confirmation and screening calls as needed.
• Prepare seating chart for next day.
• Screens patients prior to appointment time per active policies and procedures.
• Assists nurses with preparing patient chart as needed.
• Rooms patients for their appointment and notifies nurse when the patient has arrived.
• Obtains patient weights and other vital signs, reporting to nurses in a timely manner.
• Cleans infusion suites and equipment between patient visits, documenting appropriately according to ISI Policies and Procedures.
• Periodically checks patient bathrooms throughout the day, cleaning or restocking as needed.
• Closes infusion suites at the end of the day including collecting trash/recycle, cleaning and resetting rooms, unplugging heaters, plugging in infusion pumps and wiping down all surfaces (including handles, buttons, sinks, equipment).
• Regularly monitors and maintains infusion therapy equipment and supplies including: O2 levels, vital sign equipment, sharps containers, anaphylactic kit expiry dates, scales and PPE kits in accordance with Infusion Solutions Policies.
• Follows organization of infection control policies and procedures.
• Checks patient coffee bar and restocks snacks and beverages for patients as needed.
• Submits supply requests for patient snacks and beverages.
• Assists with patient scheduling and reminder calls.
• Uses proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
• Adheres to all applicable agency, payroll, billing, and documentation policies and procedures.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice to meet organizational needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• There are no supervisory responsibilities for this role.
• Reports To: RN, RN Supervisor, or Clinic Nurse Manager.

QualificationsRequired Education, Licensure & Experience

All requirements below are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

• High school diploma or equivalent; CNA certification required.
• Previous experience in a clinical or patient care setting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and infection control procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to follow instructions and work independently.
• Attention to detail and ability to document patient care accurately.
• Knowledge of filing systems, medical charts and office systems.
• Ability to interact on the phone and personally with diverse people.
• Must work well under pressure/stress, with excellent verbal communication skills.
• Must have good organizational skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Able to interact with chronically ill clients with sensitivity, tact, and respect.
• Must be able to handle many different tasks and work well within interdisciplinary a team environment.

Preferred Education & Experience

Preferred qualifications are not required but are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

• Experience in infusion therapy, home health, or outpatient clinical settings.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• CPR or basic life support (BLS) certification.

Core Competencies

• Observes legal and ethical guidelines for safeguarding the confidentiality of patient and proprietary ISI information.
• Answers the phone promptly and communicates in a clear, courteous, friendly manner with patients, providers and co-workers.
• Participates in staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintains an attractive and comfortable work environment.
• Considers the culturally diverse needs of patients.
• Maintains clinical and facility records as indicated.
• Follows organization infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in Microsoft Office Suite, Caretend, Adacare and Paychex.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see the following description. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care. This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, and use of hands for handling equipment and patient care. Lifting is occasionally required, up to 50 pounds. No special vision requirements are needed. Repetitive use of hands and foot controls may be necessary, including both light and firm grasping and fine dexterity.

Work Environment

Occasional to frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The typical noise level is quiet to moderate. Staff must be able to hear alarms, patient calls, and instructions from medical personnel.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen per company policy and applicable state law.
• Must maintain required immunizations per accreditation standards and company policy.
• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Must comply with company policies, codes of conduct, and required training.
• Must hold required licenses or certifications, if applicable.
• Must be available for required shifts or travel, if applicable.
• Must meet role-specific physical, technical, or experience requirements, if applicable.