CNA / Unit Tech - FMC Postpartum (.9 FTE, Days)

Jobvite, Inc.; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Paid Time Off/Vacation

Retirement plans 457(b) and 401(a)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA, is seeking a Unit Tech (Certified Nursing Assistant) to support patient care under RN supervision. You will observe vitals, assist with transport, respond to call lights, and assist with wound care per direction.

The position requires WA NA-C, AHA BLS by date of hire, and a High School diploma or equivalent. Acute care experience is preferred; competitive benefits available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current NA-C certification in Washington state.
• AHA Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• Ability to apply basic patient care techniques to the assigned age group.

Responsibilities

• Observe, document, and report changes in patient activity and vital signs.
• Assist with patient transport and handling of supplies and specimens.
• Answer call lights and respond to patient inquiries within scope.
• Assist RNs with wound care and procedures as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Observation & reporting

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant Certified (NA-C)

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Wage Range: $26.75 - $41.06 per hour

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

EvergreenHealth is an integrated two hospital system headquartered in the vibrant and beautiful Puget Sound area just east of Seattle.EvergreenHealth is a public hospital district that improves the health of our patients every day with award-winning, high quality care, services and absolute patient safety. Our patient care is recognized by Healthgrades, which named EvergreenHealth a Top 50 Hospital in Clinical Excellence, placing EvergreenHealth in the top 1% for five years in a row. The Leapfrog Group has given EvergreenHealth an "A" rating for patient safety. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Unit Tech (Certified Nursing Assistant) performs tasks involving direct and indirect patient care, treatment, transportation, and various clerical tasks.

Primary Duties

1. Observes, documents, and reports changes in patient activity and/or symptoms such as vital signs, respiration, discomfort, intake, output, height, weight, and bleeding.
2. Assists with or prepares patient for transport including moving patient to and from bed to gurney or wheelchair. Transports patients, patient belongings and valuables, blood products, supplies, pharmaceuticals, equipment, and specimens to and from various locations.
3. Acknowledges patient inquiries; responds or refers inquiries appropriately. Answers patient call lights; determine nature of problem; respond within scope and/or obtain appropriate resources.
4. Assists RNs and other healthcare providers with wound care and patient procedures as directed.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant Certified (NA-C) in the State of Washington.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• Demonstrates ability to apply knowledge of basic patient care techniques and procedures in the care of the specific age group to which assigned.

DESIRED for the position:

• Recent experience in an acute care facility

Benefit Information:

Choices that care for you and your family

At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• On-demand virtual health care
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans 457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Paid Time Off/Vacation
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Voluntary legal insurance
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
• Free parking
• Commuter benefits
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

View a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link below.

Kirkland Employee Benefits | Kirkland, WA | EvergreenHealth

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW. Union Membership is optional.