A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
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Blue Mountain Care Center, Prairie City, OR Position Summary Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic patient care, and assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse or licensed practical nurse in charge of the unit. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner while being caring and compassionate at all times. Provides direct resident care within the certified nursing assistant's scope of practice. Communicates to the nurse any observed changes in resident status and responses, such as pain, vital signs, or intake and output. Maintains self-motivation and sustains a high level of momentum and performance. Maintains technical skills and knowledge by attending CNA skills workshops and completing required trainings. Demonstrates knowledge of customer service concepts. Works effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment. Displays an understanding of electronic healthcare systems. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment within the units, such as lifts, patient beds, and chairs. Supports and maintains a culture of safety, quality, and positive patient experience. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times by adhering to federal HIPAA regulations. Education, Experience & Certification/Licensure Required High School Diploma or GED Equivalent. Active and unencumbered Certified Nursing Assistant licensure through the Oregon State Board of Nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association (AHA). Preferred Working experience in Long-Term Care, Assisted Living, Private In-Home Care, or Rehab Facility. Wage Description Min - $20/hour For More Information Human Resources recruiter@bluemountainhospital.org | 541-575-3820 Why Blue Mountain Hospital District & Grant County? The Blue Mountain Hospital District (BMHD) is located in Grant County, Oregon, at the heart of the John Day River, in beautiful, rural, Eastern Oregon. Our District is comprised of a Critical Access Hospital (CAH), Family & Rural Medicine Clinic, Home Care and Hospice, Emergency Medical Services, an Intermediate Care Center, and all of the supporting ancillary departments necessary to care for the health and wellness of our community. Our District spans from John Day to Prairie City, nestled in a valley surrounded by the Blue Mountains. The Strawberry Mountain Range and John Day River Valley offer a variety of outdoor activities, from abundant hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails to high and low lakes and ponds. Our area is known to be a "go to" place not just for recreation, but also for big game hunting and fishing! Join our family-like team and settle into a lifestyle that is hard to beat! For more information on our area, visit our Grant County Chamber of Commerce page at: https://www.gcoregonlive.com/ Apply Here
