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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse within the CNA scope of practice. Performs clerical duties within the department or patient care team as assigned. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Center for Women and Families at GSRMC is a high reliability, team-oriented department serving a diverse population of patients from our three area counties.
The center provides Evidenced Based care to Pediatric, Gynecological, and Obstetrical patients in collaboration with local OB/GYN physicians, Certified Nurse Midwives, Pediatric Hospitalists, Lactation Consultants, and a highly skilled nursing team. Delivery rate averages 850 births per a year, and a low primary C-section rate validated by national recognition for prevention for the first C-section in collaboration with GSRMC CNM and OB provider groups.
The Center for Women and Families is a member of the Oregon Maternal Data Collaborative, participating in statewide safety initiatives and QI data collection with an active team of nurses who demonstrate a long-term commitment to advancing care and supporting the patient and family throughout the lifespan. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification required.
Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire. GSR LDRP: Registered Birth Certificate Certifier with the state of Oregon required within 30 days of hire. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers.
Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time) CLIMB - LADDER LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) PULL (0-20 pounds force) SIT CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs SQUAT Repetitive ROTATE TRUNK Sitting ROTATE TRUNK Standing PULL (40 - 60 pounds force) WALK - LEVEL SURFACE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs REACH - Upward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds STAND BEND FORWARD at waist REACH - Forward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PUSH (40-60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
About the role
Provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse within the CNA scope of practice. Performs clerical duties within the department or patient care team as assigned.