Summary

Direct patient care under an RN in an oncology unit with telemetry available. Requires current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification and BLS upon hire; high school diploma preferred and 1 year hospital or long-term care experience preferred.

Highlights

Experience: 1 year in hospital or long-term care preferred
Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred
License Required: Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification
Certifications: Healthcare provider-level BLS required; oncology certification encouraged
Physical Requirements: Lift/carry up to 60 lbs; push/pull up to 60 lbs; stand, walk, climb stairs, kneel, squat, bend, reach
Department: Oncology
Reports To: Registered Nurse

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
- Contributes to the nursing care of patients by completing direct patient care duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- The Oncology unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require Cancer treatment and care. Oncology patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Oncology is strongly encouraged and supported. Telemetry monitoring is available for the patients requiring stable cardiac monitoring.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification required.
- Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire.
- One (1) year experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
- Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
- Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)	Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)	Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)	Continually (67 - 100% of the time)
WALK - INCLINE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 - 60 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)	WALK - LEVEL SURFACE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive PULL (0 - 20 pounds force) PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)	SIT CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds ROTATE TRUNK Sitting ROTATE TRUNK Standing REACH - Upward PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand/Fist	REACH - Forward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY STAND BEND FORWARD at waist GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force) PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force) PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force)