We pride ourselves on creating a warm and caring work environment for our employees! We treat one another with dignity, seek understanding and we value differences.

About us: The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) is an international congregation of Catholic Sisters.

If the SNJM work environment sounds like what you are looking for, we invite you to apply for the CNA position we have in our Lake Oswego office.

What we offer: A competitive package for our full-time and part-time employees, including:

• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance - we pay 100% of employee-only premiums!
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 18 days/year

About our position: The CNA performs a variety of health-related services to SNJM Sisters living in the Portland area.

Hours: Day shift, 32 hours per week /Monday-Friday.
Rate: $22/hr

SUMMARY: Under the Direction of theClinical Care Coordinator provides a variety of health-related services to SNJM Sisters living in the Portland area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. As directed, provides personal care for Sisters who live in the Provincial House. Services may include ADL/ IADL areas, wound care, and taking of vital signs. Records and reports vital signs and other medical information to Clinical Care Coordinator.

2. Communicates observations of changes to a Sister’s health or well-being to Clinical Care Coordinator.

3. Provides emotional support to enable Sisters to live independently and adapt to changing health conditions.

4. As appropriate drives and accompanies Sisters to medical appointments: providing companionship as Sisters receive medical services.

5. Assists with SNJM sponsored activities.

6. Provide support as needed for funeral receptions or other community Masses.

7. Other related duties as needed and/or directed by SNJM Clinical Care Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Must have current Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.

Experience: Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as CNA.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Must be supportive of the mission of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary.

2. Must model SNJM Guiding Values in carrying out work activities and responsibilities.

3. Must be able to respect and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

4. Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with SNJM Sisters, staff, and external contacts.

5. High degree of flexibility in carrying out work assignments.

6. Ability to self-initiate work, manage work time effectively and follow through on work assignments.

7. Ability to work in a patient and understanding manner with an elder population who may be ill, disabled, hospitalized, and/or suffering from dementia.

8. Ability to respond to stressful situations appropriately and calmly.

9. Basic English language skills (speaking, reading, writing).

10. Requires valid driver’s license and evidence of personal insurance in accord with SNJM guidelines.

11. Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office software.

SNJM is committed to continually building a workplace that exemplifies its values and vision of being hospitable to everyone. The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To learn more about the mission and vision of the Sisters of the Holy Names visit: www.snjmusontario.org