Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA

Position Summary:

The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities:

• Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs but does not start or administer intravenous fluids
• Performs a variety of tasks
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Works under general supervision
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating
• Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager
• Documents patient interactions as needed

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
• Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses
• A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching
• And much more
• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! Please reach out to Recruiter or Front Desk with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

Location: Kootenai Health · 2 East - Ortho/Neuro Unit
Schedule: Part Time, Nights - 12 Hour Shifts