Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

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Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeThe Dalles, OR, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

High school education, GED, or equivalent is preferred.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience is preferred.
Experience in direct patient supervision is preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.
Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Applicants acknowledge that they have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices.

Responsibilities

Provide direct behavioral support to patients at risk of harm to themselves or others due to mental illness or inability to care for themselves, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and leadership.
Maintain proper patient supervision in line of sight, as a room sitter, or one-on-one.
Identify behavior and statements requiring intervention by psychiatric staff.
Monitor patients on involuntary holds initiated by law enforcement or court order and patients deemed a suicide risk by the provider.
Monitor patients needing fall protection, those confused or agitated and at risk of self-harm, such as wandering, and those at risk of hurting themselves by interfering with therapeutic equipment.
Assist patients with activities of daily living within the role's scope of practice; monitor behavior changes and report them to the registered nurse or provider.
Follow safety protocols and infection control policies.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary:

Provides direct behavioral support to patients at risk of harm to self or others, due to a mental illness or inability to care for self, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and leadership. Maintains proper supervision of patients in line of sight, as a room sitter, or one-on-one. Identifies behavior and statements that require intervention by the psychiatric staff.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Experience in direct patient supervision: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred

Essential Functions:

Monitors patients on involuntary holds initiated by law enforcement or court order and patients deemed a suicide risk, as determined by the provider.
Monitors patients who need fall protection, are in a state of confusion and/or agitations and at risk of self-harm e.g., wandering.
Monitors patients who are deemed at risk of hurting themselves by interference of therapeutic equipment.
Assist patient with activities of daily living within their scope of practice. Monitors any changes in behavior and report the RN or provider.
Follows safety protocols and infection control policies.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Pay Range: The estimated base pay for this position is $15.55 to $23.07. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

About the Company

Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Adventist Health is a faith-based nonprofit health system with more than 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care hospitals, primarily on the West Coast and in Hawaii. It provides a full range of health services—from primary and specialty care to hospital-based treatments and wellness programs—delivered across an integrated network of clinics, hospitals, and care facilities. Revenue comes from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government programs, and earnings are reinvested back into communities to improve health outcomes and expand access to care. The organization differentiates itself through its nonprofit, faith-based model and by reinvesting earnings into community health, along with its broad, integrated network that covers preventive, primary, specialty, and acute care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the communities it serves and to expand access to high-quality care.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $210K
Headquarters: Roseville, CA
Founded: Not listed

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