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Certified Nursing Assistant I
Work Setting
Skilled Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Residential Foster Care Homes, Hospitals
General Hours of Work
Hours for this position are varied, depending on the setting you work in. Generally, there are three shifts.
The first shift is AM, or Days. This shift can run from 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, or close to such.
The second shift is PM or Evenings. This shift generally will start at 2:00 PM and end at 10:00 PM.
The last shift is NOC or Nights. This shift normally will run from 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM.
Some employers elect to run a 12 hours shift, dividing the day into two shifts, with an AM and PM.
General Days of Work
In general, CNA's receive a rotating shift. Some of the different rotation for eight hour shifts are 4 on - 2 off or a 21 day rotation. Some employers may offer a set schedule, however, as a rule of thumb, most shifts are rotating.
Pay Range
Your pay range will vary depending on the facility that you work in, the shift that you choose and the experience that you have.
For Skilled Nursing Facilities, the pay range will generally fall within 9.50 and 13.00 per hour.
Most employers will offer a competitive benefit package once you have worked there for ninety days.
Duties
Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties, such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or transfer residents (patients), or change linens.
CNA's skill set can vary depending on the facility you work in. A CNA at an assisted living facility will likely do less hands on then a CNA at a Skilled Nursing Facility.
Requirements
Applicants must have a current, unencumbered certification as a Nursing Assistant from the Oregon State Board of Nursing, or have graduated within the last six months from a state approved training program (GNA).
In addition to certification requirements, all CNA's will be required to submit to drug testing and Department of Human Services criminal background.
To Apply
We are currently accepting applications for several CNA position in the Salem and Surrounding areas. We have several shifts open.
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