Cna / Hospital Assistant Jobs

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible full-time and part-time new employees joining UW Medicine#UWMRecruitmentIncentive

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As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center (HMC) is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally and medically - vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine. The UW is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

Harborview's Operating Room has an outstanding opportunity for a Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week), Variable Shift, HOSPITAL ASSISTANT/CNA position. The individual in this position will assist the medical and nursing staff by performing delegated tasks that involve direct patient care; transportation of patients, supplies and specimens; ordering and stocking of supplies; and maintenance/set up of special equipment. Additionally, the person in this role will participate in unit and selected departmental activities to promote effective problem solving and communication. This position provides opportunities to work in a diverse and fast-paced environment.



REQUIREMENTS:

High School graduation AND six months experience involving customer service in a health care setting OR six months experience involving direct patient care OR equivalent education/experience

Must have a current, valid Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC) with WA State (please indicate your licensure information)

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NAC) with the State of Washington

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Valid AHA BLS/CPR Card

DESIRED:

Previous experience working in a medical center or hospital

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team

Knowledge of medical terminology