CNA-Unit Aide

Samaritan Health Services Newport, OR $23.35 - $34.29 Fulltime

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Summary

Provides direct patient care under a Registered Nurse and performs assigned clerical duties on a Medical Surgical unit. Requires current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification and BLS upon hire; high school diploma preferred.

Highlights

Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
License Required
Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification
Certifications
Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire
Physical Requirements
Lifting 60+ lbs; carrying 20-40 lbs; standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling
Department
Medical Surgical unit
Reports To
Registered Nurse

Job description

  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse within the CNA scope of practice. Performs clerical duties within the department or patient care team as assigned.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • The Medical Surgical unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require surgery both emergent and elective. Medical Surgical patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Medical Surgical Nursing is strongly encouraged and supported.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
    • Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification required.
    • Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire.
  • 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)

      CLIMB - LADDER

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs

      CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

      KNEEL (on knees)

      PULL (0-20 pounds force)

      SIT

      CLIMB - STAIRS

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

      SQUAT Repetitive

      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

      ROTATE TRUNK Standing

      PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)

      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

      REACH - Upward

      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

      FINGER DEXTERITY

      PINCH Fingers

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      STAND

      BEND FORWARD at waist

      REACH - Forward

      GRASP Hand/Fist

      PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

      PUSH (20-40 pounds force)

      PUSH (40-60 pounds force)

      PUSH (60 or more pounds force)

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