Compassionate CNA - Direct Patient Care & Vital Signs

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Medical Center in Washington state is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, observe patient conditions, and support a compassionate, respectful care environment within the Team Medicine approach.

Responsibilities include vital signs, EKGs, bedside glucose testing, and timely reporting of changes, ensuring safety and smooth care processes across the unit.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited CNA or LPN training.
• Current CNA certification or WA NA-C exam proof or LPN licensure.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Basic PC skills for charting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, feeding, hygiene).
• Take vital signs, perform EKGs, and conduct bedside glucose tests.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure timely interventions and safe care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR certification

Basic PC skills

Lifting and patient handling

Education

Nursing Assistant program or LPN program

Job description

Virginia Mason Medical Center in Washington state is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, observe patient conditions, and support a compassionate, respectful care environment within the Team Medicine approach.

Responsibilities include vital signs, EKGs, bedside glucose testing, and timely reporting of changes, ensuring safety and smooth care processes across the unit.