Certified Nursing Assistant - EvergreenHealth Monroe
Monroe, WA 98272
About the Job
Wage Range: $21.11 - $31.34 per hour. The amounts listed are the base pay range; Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, applicable education and internal equity.
JOB SUMMARY:
Adheres to Hospital Policies and Procedures and Philosophy of Care. Consistently exhibits professional conduct that is a behavior-based expression of the hospital’s Health & Healing principles. Assumes responsibility for care of patients under the supervision, direction and guidance of a Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse. Organizes and administers individualized patient care to patients within the unit assigned by the Registered Nurse. Participates in assessment of patient needs. Communicates with and functions as a member of the health care team. Provides basic, direct patient care as directed by medical staff and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital. Participates in patient teaching to the degree consistent with the NAC’s knowledge base. Documents care and applicable teaching provided. Demonstrates knowledge and skills required to function on the unit. Participates in house wide and department specific performance improvement activities. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care.
Benefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your family
At EvergreenHealth Monroe, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Medical, vision and dental coverage w/premiums as low as $0!
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life, AD&D and Disability insurance
- Retirement plans (457 (b) and 401 (a) with employer contribution)
- Generous Paid Time Off/Vacation/Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cafeteria Discounts
- Free parking
OUR MISSION:
EvergreenHealth will advance the health of the community it serves through our dedication to high-quality, safe, compassionate, and cost-effective health care.
OUR VISION:
EvergreenHealth will create an inclusive community health system that is the most trusted source for health care solutions
OUR VALUES:
Compassion - We care for and about our patients, families, and each other
Respect - We respect the beliefs and values of everyone we encounter
Excellence - We strive for excellence in all we do
Collaboration - We work in partnership and believe every voice makes a difference
Accountability - We are accountable to one another and to our community
REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE; CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Requires Washington State Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) license and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
At the level consistent with the NAC’s knowledge base, the ability to actively involve the patient and family members in decision making which affects the patient’s outcome. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse, the ability to participate in the implementation of the interdisciplinary patient plan of care. Ability to organize and prioritize a patient assignment and unit activities. Ability to document to standards for specific pediatric through geriatric patient populations. Competent in all identified department specific orientation and annual competencies. Ability to safely use equipment specific to the MSTU work environment and patient populations including all 0 lift devices. Effective written and verbal interpersonal communication skills with multidisciplinary team members, ancillary departments and clinical areas, physicians, patients and family members. Able to adhere to dress codes specific to personal hygiene, finger nail care, dress, piercing, tattoos and fragrances. Use of personal protective equipment as appropriate, documentation of immunization/immunity against hepatitis B, and training related to blood borne pathogens is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / HAZARDS AND COMPLIANCE:
Adheres to all State and Federal regulations pertaining to hazardous materials and BBP. Risk of exposure to communicable disease, blood and body fluids. Risk of physical injury from lifting patients and operation of equipment. Complies with manager’s instructions and hospital policies regarding reporting injuries and hazards/hazardous conditions and attends safety training as required. Works in a safe manner at all times by using appropriate protective equipment and maintains personal protective equipment as instructed. Participates in health and safety initiatives.
WORK CONTACT GROUP: Patient related hospital departments, medical staff, patients, families, and visitors.
SUPERVISED BY: Clinical Nurse Manager, RN Shift Coordinator, Registered Nurse, Administrative Supervisor,
SUPERVISES: None:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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