Unit Care Assistant/CNA - Behavioral Health

MultiCare; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital in Yakima, WA, is seeking a Unit Care Assistant to support patient care and administrative tasks on a busy unit. You will work under the direction of the RN to carry out plans, process orders, document care and communicate with families and staff.

This full-time, dayshift role requires a High School diploma or GED and current BLS certification, with preferred experience in acute care or medical offices and Washington State Nursing Assistant certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Washington State (DOH) Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred.
• Current BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities according to established policies and procedures and under the direction of the RN
• processes physician/provider orders
• participates in evaluating care plan and modifies plan to achieved desired results under the direction of RN
• observes and reports changes in patient conditions
• Maintains a safe and clean patient and environment
• Completes all required documentation and data entry in keeping with established policies and procedures; collects and reports pertinent data regarding health status of patient/client including biological/psychological/social/emotional/spiritual determinants of health
• Handles clerical duties on nursing unit; including answering telephone, relaying messages, keeping records, directing visitors, distributing mail, and transcribing physicians’ orders
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information
• Advocates for patient/family
• Collaborates with all staff in the transfer/discharge of patients

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. FTE: 1.0 fte, Shift: days, Schedule: 12-hour shifts, rotating weekends.

Position Summary

The Unit Care Assistant is responsible for secretarial and patient care duties necessary for a smooth-running unit. The Unit Care Assistant collaborates to provide optimal plan of case based on age/diagnosis specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities according to established policies and procedures and under the direction of the RN;
• processes physician/provider orders;
• participates in evaluating care plan and modifies plan to achieved desired results under the direction of RN;
• observes and reports changes in patient conditions
• Maintains a safe and clean patient and environment
• Completes all required documentation and data entry in keeping with established policies and procedures; collects and reports pertinent data regarding health status of patient/client including biological/psychological/social/emotional/spiritual determinants of health
• Handles clerical duties on nursing unit; including answering telephone, relaying messages, keeping records, directing visitors, distributing mail, and transcribing physicians’ orders
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information
• Advocates for patient/family
• Collaborates with all staff in the transfer/discharge of patients

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Previous acute care experience preferred.
• Previous medical office experience preferred Washington State (DOH) Nursing Assistant Certification.
• Current BLS Certification required.

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About the Yakima Community

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.

• competitive salary
• medical
• dental
• retirement benefits
• paid time off
• Generous PTO
• Code Lavender
• Employee Assistance Programs
• The pay scale is $24.04 - $32.99 USD.
• However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.
• If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MultiCare provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. If you are an external job applicant who requires reasonable accommodation in the job application process, please contact the Employee Resource Center (ERC) at 253-403-6947 and we will assist you with submitting a ticket to initiate your request for accommodation. If you are a current employee, you can submit an ERC ticket or call the ERC for assistance.