CNA / Unit Tech - Progressive Care Unit (Per Diem)

EvergreenHealth; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)

457(b) retirement plan

Free parking

Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Unit Tech to assist Registered Nurses with direct and indirect patient care, transport, and related clerical duties. This per diem role offers a wage range and additional premiums based on shift, certifications, or degrees.

Under RN supervision, you will observe patient status, document changes, and respond to patient inquiries while supporting wound care and other procedures as directed. Shift flexibility is part of the role.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant (NA-C) certification in the State of Washington.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• Ability to apply knowledge of basic patient care techniques and procedures for the assigned age group.

Responsibilities

• Observes, documents, and reports changes in patient activity and/or symptoms (vital signs, respiration, discomfort, intake, output, weight, bleeding).
• Assists with or prepares patient for transport (bed to gurney or wheelchair); transports patients, belongings, blood products, supplies, equipment and specimens.

Education

Nursing Assistant (NA-C) certification (WA)

Job description

Wage Range: $26.75 - $41.06 per hour plus 15% per diem rate

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.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Unit Tech 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, 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. Accountable for following the guidelines for attendance, punctuality and overall dependability. Accountable for effective performance and follow-through of all assigned responsibilities and for completing responsibilities within designated (or agreed upon) timeframes. Completes responsibilities in a manner consistent with organizational policy, goals and values.
6. Responsible for the "Accountabilities" associated with this position in support of the organization.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience

REQUIRED for the position

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (NA-C) in the State of Washington.
• Current 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 the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

View a summary of our total rewards available to full and part time benefit eligible EvergreenHealth team members 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.