Travel CNA - Long Term Care
Yakima, WA
Care Career
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of acute care, LTC, or SNF experience.
• Some psychiatric experience preferred.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• BLS required.
• CPI/MOAB certification required before submission.
• Epic experience preferred.

Patient Population

Candidates will care for patients with:

• Schizophrenia
• Schizoaffective disorder
• Bipolar disorder
• Major depressive disorder
• Suicidal ideation
• Dementia with behavioral issues
• Diabetes

Required Clinical Skills

• Assisting with ADLs, including:
  • Turning and repositioning
  • Mobility assistance
  • Bathing and toileting
  • Feeding assistance
• Obtaining vital signs
• Peri-care and Foley care
• De-escalation techniques
• Every 15-minute patient safety rounds
• 1:1 observation for fall or suicide precautions
• Assisting with patient admissions

Unit & Facility Details

• 226-bed nonprofit community hospital
• 30-bed psychiatric unit
• Program: MHS 2021
• EMR: Epic preferred

Schedule & Other Details

• Weekend rotation: 2 weekends per month
• Floating: Med-Surg or sitter duties
• On-call: None
• Scrubs: Any solid color; no graphics, logos, or designs

Interview Process

Two Interviews Required

1. Simplifi clinical interview
2. Unit-level second interview

Important Points for Recruiters

• First-time travelers are accepted.
• CPI/MOAB must be completed before submission.
• Candidates must be comfortable with psychiatric patients and behavioral de-escalation.
• Must be willing to float to Med-Surg or work as a sitter.
• Strong communication, flexibility, and adaptability are important.