Unit Care Assistant/CNA (Days/0.9fte)

MultiCare; Yakima (WA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement benefits

Job summary

MultiCare Health System seeks a Unit Care Assistant/CNA in Yakima, WA. This 0.9 FTE day-shift role involves direct patient care, coordination with RNs, and clerical duties on the unit.

The position requires a Washington Nursing Assistant Certification, a high school diploma or GED, and current BLS. Prior acute care or medical office experience is preferred, with opportunities for growth within the MultiCare system.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under RN direction.
• Maintains a safe, clean patient environment and completes documentation.
• Handles clerical duties on nursing unit and communicates with team.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and assists with transfers/discharges.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Clerical duties

RN collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Washington State Nursing Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

## Unit Care Assistant/CNA (Days/0.9fte)Apply: Yakima, Washington: Full time: Posted Today: JR83422**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: 0.9, Shift: days, Schedule: 12s, 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. The pay scale is $22.79 - $31.27 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.