Overview

The nursing philosophy at Legacy focuses on our patients and their families. Everything we do centers around them. At Legacy, you will be part of an interprofessional team focused on one goal: making life better for our patients and the community. If you believe this is an environment in which you would thrive, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South Metro area's full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center.

The Surgical Specialties Unit is located on the third floor, units 3A & 3B of Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center. We also support the Complex Discharge Unit (CDU) that is on the third floor, 3C. Number of beds: 39 beds, all private beds.

You will help provide assistance with ADLs, monitoring vital signs, measuring intake and output, ambulating patients and collaborating with our interdisciplinary team on providing the best care for our patients.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting licensed nursing personnel in the provision of nursing care. Participates as a member of the health care team under the direction of a licensed nurse as defined by Standards and Authorized Duties for Certified Nursing Assistants (OAR 851-63-0010 - 0060, 0080, 0090) or Nursing Assistants (WAC 246-841-400, 405). Also assists with clerical functions, housekeeping, and patient transportation throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

Skills/Abilities:

Basic familiarity with computers preferred.

LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

Licensure

Oregon: Current CNA 2 (Acute Care) certificate required.

Washington: Current CNA certificate or NAR license (Nursing Assistant Registered) required. An NAR-licensed CHT has 120 days to obtain the CNA certificate.

* If performing phlebotomy tasks (capillary or venous blood draws), those who perform this job in the State of Washington must be a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist.

AHA BLS for Health Care Provider required.