Job description

Position Details:
Certified Nursing Assistant, Full-time, 40 hours/wk. Rotating schedule,12 hour shifts, Day, Evening and Night Shifts available.
Non-exempt, Hourly, Union
Benefits apply after 500 worked hour introductory period is met.

Position Summary:
Assists professional nursing personnel by performing simple treatment and related bedside resident care, using skills, duties, and standards as authorized by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. Demonstrates general knowledge care for the elderly or recovering resident, incorporating compassion, and respect in delivery of care for residents. Safety and proper use of equipment are incorporated in care of residents. Performs duties in a professional, team-oriented, positive atmosphere to create a harmonious living environment for residents. Maintains communication with complete and appropriate charting, along with appropriate and required verbal information provided to professional nursing staff.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant Course. CNA License issued from the Oregon State Board of Nursing. Current CPR Certification. Successful completion of orientation.

Job Knowledge:
May work 4 months as an NA while obtaining certification after completion of OSBN approved nurse's assistant course. Responsible to understand and implement CNA duties as described by the Oregon State Board of Nursing: “Authorized Duties for CNA's” and “Standards of Care for CNA's”.

Skills:
Ability to use tact in dealing with varying situations. Does not discuss personal problems with residents. Treat each resident as an individual on basis of need with considerate care. Adhere to instructions issued by professional nurses and to established facility policies and responsibilities. Handle and serve residents in manner conducive to the safety and comfort, and within limits defined by the facilities policies. Ability to work under pressure.

*For full job description, please contact Human Resources*
Employment Requirements:
To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
Successful completion of 500-hour probationary period.
Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

Disclaimer:
If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active-duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.

If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference. For more information on veterans' preference visit https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx .

Lake Health District is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.20 - $21.06 per hour

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