Caring for you 24/7
VISION
At the heart of everything we do, our goal is to be a trusted leader
in high-quality care, creating a safe and supportive environment
where patients and employees feel valued and respected.
MISSION
To provide welcoming, accessible, and trusted healthcare
rooted in family centered care, ensuring our community
feels supported and valued close to home.
VALUES
C A R E (I N G)
C: COMPASSIONATE A: ACCESSIBLE R: RELIABLE E: EXCELLENCE
Othello Community Hospital is a full-service, critical access hospital located in Othello, Washington. Open 24/7, it provides both inpatient and outpatient care to the surrounding Adams County community with a strong commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare.
Core Services Include:
- 24-hour Emergency Department and Ambulance Services
- Surgical Services: General, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Endoscopy
- Obstetrical Care: Labor, delivery, and neonatal support
- Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Testing
- Anesthesia and Respiratory Therapy
- Physical Therapy and Occupational Health
- Sleep Center for diagnosing and treating sleep disorders
The hospital accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid (Apple Health), and offers financial assistance programs. Services are available in Spanish, and there are no eligibility restrictions for care.
OPEN POSITION: Emergency Room Nursing Assistant Certified
– Part-Time/Day-Shift (Every Monday)
Othello Community Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Day Shift, Nursing Assistant Certified to join our dynamic healthcare team in our Emergency Room. The Nursing Assistant Certified functions within their scope of practice under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to assist in providing care and implementing delegated activities of the nursing plan. They demonstrate an understanding of basic nursing skills and skills unique to the assigned clinical unit (s).
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Location: Othello Community Hospital, Othello, WA
- Departments: Emergency Room
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Schedule: 12hrs/Week, (6am-6pm), Days, Every Monday
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Status: Part-Time; (non-benefit earning)
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Wage Range:
Regular: $19.77 – $35.81/hour
Per Diem: $22.73-$41.18
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Meeting the hygiene, nutritional, elimination, activity, comfort and safety needs of patients;
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Obtains and reports/records vital signs; intake and output,
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Transports (transfers, discharges) patients;
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Obtains supplies/equipment as necessary from designated departments;
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Performs point of care testing.
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This Nursing Assistant Certified may be assigned to provide care and functional assistance to other patient care areas.
The Nursing Assistant Certified individualizes patient care using age related concepts based on the unit population assigned for neonates (0-1 month), toddlers (1-2 years), preschoolers (3-5 years), school age (6-12), adolescents (12-17), and adults (18-66+) by applying age related concepts….including knowledge of growth and development, safety needs, collection of data, treatments and care typically required. Utilizes age related concepts when communicating with patients and families, maintaining a safe environment and using medical equipment and supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Current Washington State CNA certification required
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BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (AHA or equivalent)
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Minimum 6 months of CNA experience, Previous experience in ER, AC, or OB settings preferred but not required
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High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Able to follow and carry out directions.
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Acceptable references from previous employer(s)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands: Work is active; requires frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs., occasionally lifting and carrying 20-35 lbs., occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs, and pushing and pulling heavy equipment.
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Requires long periods of standing and walking, with frequent reaching at or above shoulder height, twisting and stooping/bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, or climbing to perform patient care duties.
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Occasional sitting. Needs finger and hand dexterity adequate to handle and manipulate equipment and instruments.
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Needs hearing and vision acuity adequate to avoid errors when posting information in the electronic record and troubleshoot/problem solve equipment issues.
Emotional Demands: Able to alter plans / routines when unexpected, stressful situations and multiple interruptions occur without projecting stress / frustration that would adversely affect the work environment.
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Able to tolerate high frustration level while working with culturally diverse populations, age groups, psychiatric, intoxicated or uncooperative patients.
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Must be adaptable and able to work in a setting where there are patients who are very ill and who may be dying.
Communications: Able to communicate fluently (speaking and writing) using the English language.
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Able to tolerate noxious odors.
Work Hazards:
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Potential contact with hazardous chemicals and drugs
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Use of electric machines / equipment.
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Potential exposure to radioactive materials / rays.
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Potential contact with combative / confused patients.
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Potential exposure to biological hazards / blood and body fluids / patients with infectious diseases.
