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St. Anthony Hospital
Transporter CNA
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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.
$46,090 / year median in Washington
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Patient Transporter, you will provide essential assistance and transportation for patients and related items across our campus, ensuring a highly customer-sensitive and seamless experience. Every day you will promptly and safely transport inpatients and outpatients to and from various hospital areas. You will meticulously confirm patient identification, greet and assist in transferring patients, and make conscious observations of patient condition during transport, reporting any issues to appropriate personnel. You will also maintain a clean and organized work area and report any malfunctioning equipment. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and exceptional customer service for all individuals within our facility. You will be attentive, observant, and capable of performing duties efficiently while upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism. Accepts and follows through on patient care tasks delegated by the nurse, technologists, Lead Transporter, Radiologists/RPA, and Supervisor. Ensures efficient delivery of patient care and reflects effective utilization of resources. Performs within the boundaries of nursing certification and uses good judgment when performing patient care duties. Monitors patient response to activity and reports to Imaging nurse or nursing staff. Transports patients safely to the imaging department at the request of the Technologist, Radiologist or other hospital staff. Transports patients back to their rooms upon completion of examination and ensures that the patient is hooked up to all devices that were removed for transport. Informs appropriate personnel (RN, CNA Tele Tech) of the patient's return. Assists technologists and the Imaging nurse in positioning and moving patient, utilizing necessary lift systems. Maintains clean linen supply. Monitors blanket warmer and restocks when needed. Stocks patient necessities (blankets, sheets, pillow cases, etc) in all modality rooms and internal changing rooms. Disinfects all gurneys and wheelchairs on a regular basis. Ensures equipment is properly stored when not in use. Monitors oxygen bottles and procures replacements as needed. Delivers specimens to the laboratory as needed.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Patient Transporter, you will provide essential assistance and transportation for patients and related items across our campus, ensuring a highly customer-sensitive and seamless experience. Every day you will promptly and safely transport inpatients and outpatients to and from various hospital areas. You will meticulously confirm patient identification, greet and assist in transferring patients, and make conscious observations of patient condition during transport, reporting any issues to appropriate personnel. You will also maintain a clean and organized work area and report any malfunctioning equipment. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and exceptional customer service for all individuals within our facility. You will be attentive, observant, and capable of performing duties efficiently while upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism. Accepts and follows through on patient care tasks delegated by the nurse, technologists, Lead Transporter, Radiologists/RPA, and Supervisor. Ensures efficient delivery of patient care and reflects effective utilization of resources. Performs within the boundaries of nursing certification and uses good judgment when performing patient care duties. Monitors patient response to activity and reports to Imaging nurse or nursing staff. Transports patients safely to the imaging department at the request of the Technologist, Radiologist or other hospital staff. Transports patients back to their rooms upon completion of examination and ensures that the patient is hooked up to all devices that were removed for transport. Informs appropriate personnel (RN, CNA Tele Tech) of the patient's return. Assists technologists and the Imaging nurse in positioning and moving patient, utilizing necessary lift systems. Maintains clean linen supply. Monitors blanket warmer and restocks when needed. Stocks patient necessities (blankets, sheets, pillow cases, etc) in all modality rooms and internal changing rooms. Disinfects all gurneys and wheelchairs on a regular basis. Ensures equipment is properly stored when not in use. Monitors oxygen bottles and procures replacements as needed. Delivers specimens to the laboratory as needed.