CNA-Unit Aide in Corvallis, Oregon at Samaritan Health Services
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Job Description
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse within the CNA scope of practice. Performs clerical duties within the department or patient care team as assigned.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The Intensive Care Unit provides direct care or influences care for acutely/critically ill patients who are at high risk for actual or potential life-threatening health problems. The ICU provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides intensive monitoring, assessments, and interventions.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification required.
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Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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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.
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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.
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Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)CLIMB - LADDER
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
KNEEL (on knees)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
SIT
CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
SQUAT Repetitive
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
REACH - Upward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
STAND
BEND FORWARD at waist
REACH - Forward
GRASP Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
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