CNA II

Salem Health
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Dallas
April 28, 2024
Location Site: West Valley Hospital Department: WVH Emergency Department Position Type: Part Time Start Time: 9:00West Valley Hospital located in Dallas, Oregon, a part of Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics, has served the community for more than 100 years. It is the proud home of Polk County's only 24-hour emergency department, extending round-the-clock care to Dallas, Monmouth, Independence, and surrounding rural communities. The recently remodeled and expanded Hospital offers a wide range of services including: emergency, imaging, lab, surgery, rehabilitation, and so much more.Dallas, Oregon is known for being a welcoming, safe and livable community, with big-city access to Salem and Portland, while preserving its small-town character. Set in the picturesque mid-Willamette Valley, along the foothills of the Oregon coast range, Dallas is surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and creeks, and those who enjoy beautiful scenery or an active lifestyle find Dallas a great place to call home. Downtown Dallas is a popular spot with many exciting local shops and restaurants. Located in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley wine country, the town is home to many wineries and vineyards, plus long-celebrated community events such as the annual Polk County Fair. You'll be right at home in Dallas, Oregon! Your Role With Us: The Certified Nursing Assistant is the bright shining face that enters a patient's room to do everything they can within their scope of practice to ensure that their patient is safe and getting the highest quality care here at Salem Health! Our CNA's are compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental individuals that sincerely care for our patients. As a CNA, you can truly make a difference in your patient's day!Core Functions:Completes personal care on each patient as directed by plan of care, including policies and procedures, without continual direct supervision.Accurately performs skills per policy and procedure. Completes only those skills duties for which competency has been demonstrated basic and advanced skills checklists.Observes and reports any patient condition changes to the Primary Nurse such as: abnormal vital signs, abnormal responses to care, change in patient behavior, functional status, patient complaints, changes in skin integrity, falls, placing electrodes/leads and run EKGs, etc.Documents pertinent patient information concisely and legibly using acceptable medical terminology and abbreviation on all assigned patients.Assumes additional clerical responsibilities as department needs dictate. Total Rewards Offerings: Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.Relocation assistance available for qualified candidatesFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.Background/Expertise:Currently certified in the State of Oregon to practice as a CNA.Certified as an Acute Care CNA2 in the State of Oregon.Have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider card from the American Heart Association.Recent experience in an acute care setting.Well-developed computer skills and ability to lean additional programs with minimal training.Ability to work tactfully and effectively with physicians, nurses and other hospital employees.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org