Company Overview
At OHSU, we are committed to advancing health through groundbreaking innovation. Guided by the belief that better health begins with bold ideas, we push the boundaries of discovery—in the laboratory, in the classroom, at the bedside, and throughout our communities.

Whether tackling cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular conditions, or beyond, our teams collaborate every day to uncover new insights, develop innovative treatments, and educate the next generation of health professionals and scientists.

Compensation and Schedule

Wage Range: $21.81 – $29.09 per hour
Night Shift Differential: 12.5% of base rate (minimum of $2.65/hour)
Typical Schedule: Most full-time positions follow a 12-hour shift, three days per week, including every other weekend
Hiring Bonus: $3,000 for full-time hires who start by June 30, 2025

Key Responsibilities

Assist with patient admissions and discharges
Obtain and document accurate vital signs and patient weight
Complete unit-specific documentation in the medical record (e.g., vital signs, daily care, intake/output, etc.)
Provide support with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, transportation, and other basic patient needs
Promote patient- and family-centered care
Uphold OHSU’s Code of Conduct by reporting any potential compliance concerns
Consistently demonstrate ethical behavior, integrity, and professionalism
Perform all essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation

Current Openings

Part-Time (Not Bonus Eligible)

Cardiovascular Intermediate Care: 0.6 FTE (Tues, Fri, Sun – 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM)

Full-Time – Day Shift

Trauma Unit: 0.9 FTE
General Surgery: 0.9 FTE

Full-Time – Night Shift

Trauma Unit: 0.9 FTE
Float Pool: Six (6) positions, 0.9 FTE each

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Current Oregon CNA 1 certification at time of hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Outstanding Benefits

Two annual pay increases: one on your anniversary and one institution-wide increase
100% paid healthcare coverage for full-time employees (88% for dependents)
Free $25,000 term life insurance policy
Night shift pay differential
Two retirement plan options, both above market
Generous paid time off:
- Up to 200 hours of vacation annually (based on service)
- Up to 96 hours of sick leave
- 8 paid holidays
Deep discounts on TriMet and C-Tran transportation
Additional perks: tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Adult Acute Care

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