CNA

Samaritan Health Services

  • Corvallis, OR
  • 15 days ago

    Highlights

    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. Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCorvallis, OR

    Description

    • Schedule: This position will have a set rotating schedule (which will include a rotating weekend)
    • 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 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.
      • 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)

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