JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSEContributes to the nursing care of patients by completing direct patient care duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse.DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe Medical Surgical unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require surgery both emergent and elective. Medical Surgical patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Medical Surgical Nursing is strongly encouraged and supported.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Current unencumbered Oregon CNA certification required.Healthcare provider level BLS required upon hire.One (1) year experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESTime 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 DEMANDSRarely (1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)Continually (67 – 100% of the time)WALK - INCLINELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 – 60 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 poundsSQUAT Static (hold 30 sec)KNEEL (on knees)PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)WALK – LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitivePULL (0 - 20 pounds force)PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)SITCLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsROTATE TRUNK SittingROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - UpwardPINCH FingersGRASP Hand/FistREACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITYSTANDBEND FORWARD at waistGRASP Hand/FistPUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force)PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
