CNA | PSU - FT Nights

Time Type: Full time Hours per Pay Period: 72 Shift: Night Shift 12-36 Minimum: $19.36 USD Maximum: $28.74 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job) Department: Post Surgical Unit Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site. The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees. Job Description: Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides high-quality, compassionate, and efficient patient care under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing staff. In alignment with Oregon’s updated 2025 CNA certification standards, the CNA performs a comprehensive range of clinical, clerical, and support functions that promote patient health, safety, and dignity. All CNA tasks are carried out under the direction of a Registered Nurse, who provides guidance and oversight to ensure safe and appropriate care delivery. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, collecting objective data, supporting therapeutic interventions, maintaining accurate documentation, coordinating unit activities, and ensuring a safe, clean, and organized environment. EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Support the mission, vision, and values of Bay Area Hospital by demonstrating adherence to our behavioral standards. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds are essential. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct patient care including bathing, grooming, feeding, ambulating, toileting, and repositioning Assist with safe patient transfers and mobility, using assistive devices and safe handling equipment Monitor and document required cases, patient vital signs, pain levels, height, weight, intake/output, and report abnormalities. Document care accurately and in a timely manner in the patient’s medical record Obtain patient specimens and perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose, urine screening, occult blood) within scope of training and as directed by the RN/MD. Assist with clinical interventions such as incentive spirometry, warm/cold therapies, bladder scans, and deep breathing exercises as directed by the RN. Apply and remove restraints and sequential compression devices as directed by nursing staff Respond to patient call lights and escalate patient needs outside of CNA scope to licensed nurse Observe and communicate changes in patient condition, behavior, and needs to the RN Provide 1:1 patient observation for safety and fall prevention as needed Reinforce patient…