Certified Nursing Assistant- Per Diem - Oregon Urology Institute

Oregon Urology Institute (OUI) has a per diem Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) job opportunity.

Oregon Urology Institute is one of the largest, most advanced urological centers in the Northwest. Oregon Urology Institute provides patients with some of the region's finest medical experts covering every major urological specialty using proven and leading-edge technologies such as robotic surgery, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy.

This opportunity will allow you to serve our patients and make a difference in their care while enjoying a professional and really fun team!

Requirements:

1. Qualified applicants must hold a current Oregon CNA certification & basic life support.
2. All candidates must pass a drug screen, reference and background check in order to be considered for employment.

SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with patient care, and environmental tasks. Conveys a positive image of clinic.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient medication history; assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures;
2. Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: occasionally sending/receiving patient medical records; calling and preparing telemedicine charts, completing forms/requisitions as needed;
3. Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned which may include: setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocol; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms;
4. Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned which may include: respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisors quickly.

EDUCATION: Successful completion of Certified Nursing Aide program.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year CNA experience preferred. Previous clinic experience a plus.

REQUIREMENTS: Must maintain appropriate CNA certificate in Oregon and CPR certification.

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of health care field and medical specialty.
2. Knowledge of principles of body mechanics.
3. Knowledge of methods of maintaining a safe working environment.

SKILLS:

1. Skill in performing tasks appropriately.
2. Skill intact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
3. Skill in understanding of patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.

ABILITIES:

1. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
2. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
3. Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks
4. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
5. Ability to use department supplies and equipment in a cost-efficient, effective manner.
6. Ability to perform effectively as a team member, supporting a patient-focused environment in all interactions with patients, families, and visitors.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 25 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

This is a per diem position. No nights or weekends.

Oregon Urology Institute is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to fair and impartial treatment of employees, job applicants, and contractors, and to maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free work environment where people treat one another with respect. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.