7 :00 pm - 7:30 am, 12 hour shifts, variable scheduled days Your role with us As a certified nursing assistant (CNA) at Salem Health, you play a vital role in delivering compassionate, hands on care during some of the most vulnerable moments in a patient’s life. You’ll support daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with nurses and providers to ensure safe, personalized care. Your empathy, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help create a healing environment and meaningful connections with patients and families.
Our cardiovascular care unit (CVCU) features 30 beds, 18 of which are dedicated to cardiac intensive care. Our unit offers interventional cardiology and electrophysiology services. It cares for surgical cardiac, thoracic and vascular patients.
We also see patients with heart failure and acute coronary syndrome. .
Completes personal care on each patient as directed by plan of care, including policies and procedures, without continual direct supervision. Accurately performs skills per policy and procedure. Documents pertinent patient information concisely and legibly using acceptable medical terminology and abbreviation on all assigned patients.
Assumes additional clerical responsibilities as department needs dictate. Supports nurses and healthcare staff in delivering personalized, high-quality care. Maintains a clean, safe, and healing environment for patients and families.
Provide emotional support and compassionate care during vulnerable moments. Communicates clearly and respectfully with patients, families and team members. Helps ensure patient dignity, comfort and safety at all times.
Required qualifications Licensed in the State of Oregon to practice as a CNA. Current Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional information The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork and adaptability, contributing to a collaborative environment that supports optimal patient outcomes.
Possess well developed computer skills and ability to learn additional programs with minimal training. Proven ability to work tactfully and effectively with physicians, nurses and other hospital employees. Total rewards package Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.
Click here for details. Why Salem Health? Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter.
As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care. We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems.
We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive. Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law. Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.