Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 2) - Med Surg - Samhealth Test account

• 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 Level 2 certification required. Applicants with a current, unencumbered Oregon CNA certification may be considered and offered training to CNA2.
  • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
  • 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)

    CLIMB - STAIRS

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

    SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

    KNEEL (on knees)

    SIT

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    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, 20 - 40 pounds

    SQUAT Repetitive

    ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

    REACH - Upward

    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

    PULL (0-20 pounds force)

    STAND

    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

    CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    BEND FORWARD at waist

    ROTATE TRUNK Standing

    REACH - Forward

    MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

    FINGER DEXTERITY

    PINCH Fingers

    GRASP Hand/Fist

    None specified

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