Certified Nursing Assistant for Withdrawal Management
| Company | Willamette Family |
|---|---|
| Location | Springfield, OR, USA |
| Salary | $19.95 – $19.95 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current CNA Certification.
- BLS CPR certification
- Experience in patient care settings.
- Able to navigate technology: EHR Systems, OFFICE 365, etc.
- Understanding of ethics and legal implications of patient care
- Effective 03/28/2025- Willamette Family has a required 12 month waiting period before former clients can apply for employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide Direct Patient Support: Assist clients with daily activities and basic care needs during the detoxification process.
- Monitor & Report Patient Status: Observe and document changes in client conditions, reporting concerns to nursing staff.
- Assist with Medication Administration: Support nurses by preparing and distributing medications as directed.
- Support Medical Procedures: Assist nursing staff and medical providers with treatments and procedures as needed.
- Ensure Patient Safety & Comfort: Monitor clients for withdrawal symptoms, provide emotional support, and assist with mobility as needed.
- Maintain Clean & Organized Environment: Ensure patient areas remain safe, sanitary, and properly stocked with necessary supplies.
- Facilitate Communication: Relay critical information between clients, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
- Support Shift Transitions: Provide accurate updates during shift changes to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain Compliance & Confidentiality: Follow all HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations to protect client privacy.
- Perform Additional Duties: Complete other tasks as assigned by the Nursing Staff, Program Director, or Supervisor.
Preferred Qualifications
- An understanding of substance use disorders
- Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Knowledge of chemical dependency and treatment methods
- Ability to follow oral and written directions and to apply techniques for specific needs.
- Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.
- The ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, and others with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity
- Competency in understanding substance abuse treatment practices.