Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Days

Pay range: $23.61/hr - $32.83/hr

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists with the nursing care of patients under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. Provides comfort services and assistance with activities of daily living. Contributes to a positive work environment that promotes HMC values.

Carries out orders and treatments as directed by the RN. Representative duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assists with the nursing care of patients vital sign collection specimen collection intake and output measurement non-sterile treatments activities of daily living (ADLs) support patients comfort and emotional needs monitors and reports changes in patient condition or behavior to licensed nursing staff in a timely manner assist with emergency efforts as directed. Perform expanded tasks only after completing appropriate training and competency validation and only as allowed under Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR ) and facility policy.

Transport and Movement of Patients. Representative duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assists with ambulation lifting and transferring patients from stretcher to bed bed to wheelchair etc. Uses proper body mechanics and equipment while moving patients.

Maintains a clean and organized patient environment. Representative duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assists with room turnover restocking supplies.

Administrative Duties. Representative duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assists with patient admission or discharge as needed. Accurately documents care provided and patient observations in the medical record.

Organizational Duties & Responsibilities

Supports and represents Hillsboro Medical Centers mission vision and values.

• Compassion: Creates a welcoming environment of kindness inclusivity and responsiveness
• Collaboration: Works with others to improve the health and wellness of Hillsboro & Washington County
• Excellence: Provides the highest quality of care and service
• Integrity: Demonstrates honesty transparency and accountability in every task and every interaction

Education & Experience

Preferred:

• Six (6) months experience in skilled nursing facility or hospital.

Licenses & Certifications

Required:

• Current Oregon CNA Certification required upon hire
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred upon hire and required within 90 days of hire.
  • If not American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certified upon hire must have current BLS certification through another provider.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic medical terminology healthcare procedures and HIPAA regulations and confidentiality.
• Basic office equipment and software (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite scheduling software).

Skill in:

• Effective verbal and written communication active listening and interpersonal skills.
• Time management prioritization attention to detail and multitasking.
• Excellent customer service skills including patience empathy and problem-solving.
• Building strong relationships with patients providers staff management.
• Demonstrates skills in caring for neonatal pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric patients in a knowledgeable skillful and consistent manner.

Ability to:

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Work independently with moderate supervision.
• Function effectively in stressful situations.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare team members.
• Adjust to changing priorities and work demands.
• Request assistance or additional explanation when needed.
• Develop skills in use of computerized hospital information/ordering system.

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