Job Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting Registered Nurses to deliver thorough patient care. This involves a range of tasks including assessing vital signs, gathering specimens, and assisting with patient transfers. Furthermore, the CNA enhances the functionality of the unit by managing patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, all while ensuring the use of safe handling equipment.
Responsibilities
- Assist Registered Nurses in providing patient care and monitoring vital signs.
- Collect specimens as needed for medical evaluations.
- Facilitate safe patient transfers within the healthcare facility.
- Support the unit operations through the management of patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Utilize safe handling equipment to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Qualifications
- Must possess an Oregon Nursing Assistant Certification.
- Current American Heart Association BLS provider certification is required.
- One year of prior experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred.
Providence provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
