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Schedule:

This position will have a set rotating schedule (which will include a rotating weekend).

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 certification required. Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire. 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) WALK
• INCLINE LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 40
• 60 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 20
• 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 40
• 60 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 40
• 60 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) PULL (40
• 60 pounds force) WALK
• LEVEL

SURFACE LIFT

(Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 0
• 20 Lbs LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 20
• 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 0
• 20 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 20
• 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive PULL (0
• 20 pounds force) PULL (20
• 40 pounds force)

SIT CLIMB

• STAIRS 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, 0
• 20 pounds

ROTATE TRUNK

Sitting

ROTATE TRUNK

Standing REACH

• Upward PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand/Fist REACH
• Forward

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Hands/wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY STAND BEND FORWARD

at waist GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0

• 20 pounds force) PUSH (20
• 40 pounds force) PUSH (40
• 60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force)