CNA 2 – Float Pool - Medical Surgical at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center.  This posting represents a .9 FTE, day shift opening (7am-7:30pm, 3, 12 hour shifts per week) with rotating weekends.  

 

Come join the Float Pool Family at Providence St. Vincent! We are a diverse family of caregivers that takes pride in collaborating across the hospital in a variety of settings to provide clinically excellent patient and family centered care. Joining our team brings fantastic opportunities and challenges. We train to support 10 units in our hospital: Medical A, Medical B, Medical C, Cardiology A, Cardiology B, Surgical, Orthopedics, Neurovascular, Oncology, and Clinical Decision Unit. 

After some experience working in our ministry, we offer opportunities to cross-train outside of our Division to Behavioral Health, Interventional Recovery Unit, and the Emergency Department within your scope of practice.

We provide 4 weeks of orientation with an established Float Pool CNA depending on your prior experience. Orientation includes training to work on the floor, serve as a constant observer, and provide support at the Nursing station.

Accomplishments:

2021 Medical Surgical Float Pool Unit – recipient of the Exemplary Professional Practice Award 2022 Medical Surgical Float Pool Charge RNs – recipients of the Exemplary Professional Practice Award 2023 & 2024 Housewide Education Symposiums produced by our Unit Partnership Council 2024 Four Medical Surgical Float Pool RNs - recipients of the Outstanding Evidence-Based Practice Award

Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which include but is not limited to:

Free, convenient, and ample parking TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford) Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog.  Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year Retirement -  The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement. Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

The Certified Nursing Assistant 2 (CNA 2) assists a Registered Nurse (RN) in providing comprehensive nursing care by performing specified duties and functions under the direct supervision of the RN.

MAJOR CHALLENGES:

- Effectively communicating in a timely, respectful manner.

- Following instructions of RN while independently providing care and comfort within the scope of CNA 2 certification and job description.

- Attending to patient needs in a timely manner while balancing other priorities and responsibilities.

- Prioritizing and facilitating problem solving when receiving conflicting requests.

- Tolerating long periods of physical activity.

- Recognizing and reporting patient distress or change in condition.

- Maintaining positive and effective working relationships in working with diverse personalities and backgrounds.

Patient Population Served:   Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric

Consequently, the employee must be competent in the interpretation of a patient's self-report or behavior, and this information must be interpreted with an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional/psychosocial and chronological maturation process. The treatment of patients should be individualized and should reflect an understanding of the developmental needs and range of treatment needs for each patient.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St Vincent Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) recognized Acute Care CNA 2 course or equivalent education/experience Or CNA 2 coursework: Grandfathered to CNA 2 per OSBN requirements. Upon hire: Oregon Nursing Assistant Certification License Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications:

1 year experience as a CNA 2

Why Join Providence? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.