CNA Ortho Neuro

About the Role

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee will complete a course in preparation for CNA certification through the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN). Upon completion, the trainee will function as a Graduate Nursing Assistant until certification. This role provides patient and family-focused care as part of the healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in coursework, including classroom lecture/lab, clinical skills, exams, and online content, to prepare for the Oregon State Board of Nursing CNA certification exam.
• Attends all designated classroom and clinical hours.
• Successfully passes required coursework exams.
• Recognizes, reports, and records observations and care provided.
• Functions as an unlicensed assistive care provider under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs duties as outlined in SCHS policy, demonstrating competency and as assigned by the Registered Nurse.
• Answers call lights.
• Monitors a patient 1:1 for safety to prevent: falls, disruption of medical devices, self-harm, flight risk situations, and other activities that may cause harm.
• Alerts nursing staff to changes in patient behavior or condition, or if the patient requires assistance or nursing intervention.
• May utilize crisis de-escalation techniques.
• Assists with the crisis intervention process for potentially dangerous patients.
• Utilizes AVADE training.
• Provides patient care hygiene as needed and according to standards.
• Stocks the unit, transports patients, and assists in keeping the unit clean and free of clutter.
• Cleans equipment and identifies the need for maintenance, when appropriate.
• Ensures rental equipment is returned to the agency of ownership.
• Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual.
• Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
• Provides a therapeutic presence by purposefully responding to patient needs in a caring way, including introducing oneself, explaining role, asking preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine care goals, active listening, and communicating effectively and appropriately.
• Documents all patient care in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory agencies.
• Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
• May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited CNA course within 60 days.
• Must register for CNA certification exam with OSBN within 14 days of completion of the St. Charles Health System CNA course.
• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant with the Oregon State Board of Nursing within 120 days of course completion.
• Preferred: Previous experience in a patient care setting.