CNA - Intermediate Care Unit

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403b plan with match

Paid time off

Life & disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Washington is seeking a CNA for the Intermediate Care Unit. This full-time, 0.90 FTE night position offers a pay range of $23.00–$34.50 per hour, with benefits and union representation.

Responsibilities include assisting RNs, vital signs, and patient care within scope of CNA licensure. Minimum one year of experience preferred; CNA certification in Washington and Basic Life Support are required at hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare setting preferred.
• CNA certification and BLS required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care as delegated by RN.
• Take and record vital signs; assist with daily living activities.
• Document patient data and assist with basic clerical tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Clerical skills

Basic computer skills

Education

CNA Certification WA

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a CNA - Intermediate Care Unit for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Night position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.00 – $34.50. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. The position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

Assists professional nursing personnel in providing quality, compassionate patient care by performing tasks involving direct and indirect patient care, using skills and knowledge in basic nursing assistant procedures and techniques under direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Details of the Position

• Assist in providing direct patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse within the scope of the CNA licensure.
• Perform basic technical skills which may include: CPR; taking and recording vital signs; measuring and recording fluid intake/output; applying dressings; recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions; administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse.
• Assist patient with personal care which may include: bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration.
• Provide patients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
• Maintain unit supplies by stocking patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
• Documents relevant patient care data
• May provide clerical support to the unit; doing order entry, chart processing, answering telephones, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year. Preferred: experience in an acute care facility.

What You Bring

• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in an acute care facility
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Credentials

• Required: Certified Nurse Assistant - Washington
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Skills

• Demonstrates a courteous, caring, and understanding attitude towards patients, families, co-workers, visitors, volunteers, peers, and physicians. (Required)
• Must be well organized, flexible and able to function effectively and independently as assigned. (Required)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment (Required)
• Demonstrates creative problem-solving skills. (Required)
• Excellent communication skills (Required)
• Basic computer, clerical, phone etiquette and customer service skills (Required)

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

Benefits

• full medical/dental/vision coverage
• 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions
• paid time off
• employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
• tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• wellness benefits
• expanded EAP and mental health program

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