Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Progressive Care Unit PCU

Overview

Join Our Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Team at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)!

Are you passionate about exceptional patient care and advancing your nursing career? At Legacy Health, we’re not just a health care provider — we’re a community that values compassionate care, teamwork, and the expertise of our nurses. We’re looking for dedicated, skilled CNAs who want to join our exceptional team at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, where you’ll have the opportunity to impact lives in a truly meaningful way. If you’re passionate about assisting nursing and want to be part of a place where you’re respected, supported, and challenged, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

 As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in our 53-bed unit, you’ll care for a diverse range of patients in adult cardiology and medical-surgical specialties, including pacemaker placements, CHF, ACS, telemetry monitoring, and chronic conditions like diabetes, COPD, and addiction. You'll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality care.

• Assist licensed nursing personnel in the provision of nursing care.
• Participate as a member of the health care team under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with clerical functions, housekeeping, and patient transportation throughout the hospital.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Provides care delegated and supervised by a registered nurse to meet the needs of clients determined by condition, development and age.
• Participates and implements interdisciplinary plan of care as delegated.
• Organizes and adapts plan of care with consideration for patient/client’s needs, desires and routines.
• Demonstrates awareness and reinforces priorities in the plan of care.
• Encourages self-care and independence as appropriate.
• Identifies normal and abnormal mental function and demonstrates skills for addressing the needs and behaviors of the cognitively impaired.
• Cares for and maintains client’s environment by avoiding environmental hazards, using restraints properly, and consistently using infection control procedures.
• Recognizes abnormal signs and symptoms of common disease conditions and communicates accurately and with timeliness.
• Provides and maintains basic nutrition and oral fluid intake.
• Recognizes emergencies and responds demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Completes documentation according to guidelines.

Qualifications

Competency

Demonstrates knowledge of statutes and regulations and functions within the legal boundaries of certified nursing assistant practice.

Achieves and maintains clinical competency by:

• Maintaining current certification.
• Performing acts within the authorized scope of practice for which the individual is certified.
• Demonstrating on-going competency in performance of technical skills.
• Performing tasks or procedures after presenting written and documented education and/or clinical experience.

Licensure

• Current CNA required.
• AHA BLS for Health Care Provider required.

Why Legacy Good Samaritan PCU?

• Career Growth: Access mentorship, leadership development, and many advancement opportunities.
• Exceptional Care: Work with patients in need of specialized care, including epilepsy monitoring and telemonitoring.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team where learning and collaboration are key.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, minimal holiday requirements, and an open-door leadership policy.

Perks & Benefits:

• Prime Location: Enjoy easy access to shops, restaurants, and NW 23rd.
• Free Parking & Beautiful Campus: Free parking on our serene campus with peaceful gardens.
• 150-Year Legacy: Be part of a team with a rich history of excellence in community care.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a place where you can build your nursing career, contribute to a supportive team, and make a real impact on the lives of your patients, the Progressive Care Unit at Legacy Good Samaritan is the place for you. Join a team that values your growth, well-being, and professional development. Apply today to be part of a team that cares for its staff, patients, and community.

Pay Range

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you