Nursing Assistant Float

Samaritan Health Services·Portland, Oregon

$18 - $23/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 3 days ago

Practice for this role

Nursing Assistant Float · $18 - $23/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-60% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in Oregon ($44.74/hr, n=971)

398 similar openings in the Portland area · median $53.27/hr

$11.55/hr · lowesthighest · $200/hr

this role: $17.97/hrmedian $44.74/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 971 posted nursing roles in Oregon rates. This role sits in the 15th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 60% below the Oregon median for nursing roles.

The Nursing Assistant will provide direct patient care and accurately document health information and care provided. They are responsible for monitoring vital signs and assisting with patient mobility using specialized equipment.

Location

Samaritan
Medical
Center
Department: 01.8992
SMC
NURSING
FLOAT
PERSO
Pay
Range: 17.97 - 22.92 Care for our community, and your career. Previous experience or graduated from a Nursing Assistant program preferred. Ability to document on medical records and patient care forms and understand printed health related material. One year or more experience as a Nurse Assistant preferable. Computer experience preferred. Works effectively with others, possess tact, discretion and diplomacy. Ability to work under stress and complete duties sometimes with numerous interruptions. Must be able to write legibly and be able to document, accurately, type of care given. Must be able to communicate information to supervisor and co-workers. Must be familiar with equipment used to move patients, take vital signs and document. Ability to understand printed health related material. BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire High school level of knowledge Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Work
Shift: FLSA7DAY- 12
Hours
Night
Shift (United
States of
America)
Position
Hours: 48 Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school level of knowledge and possess or be willing to obtain BLS certification within three months. Previous experience in a nursing assistant role or completion of a nursing assistant program is preferred.

high school
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Patient care
Time management
Computer literacy
Vital signs monitoring
BLS certification
Patient mobility assistance
Medical documentation

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $23/hr
Location: Portland, Oregon
Posted: Sep 10, 2026
Application: Employer website

Oregon nursing roles remain in steady demand

In Oregon, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with acute-care experience and current licensure. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience, with added value for those who can complete NIH Stroke Scale certification quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of recent patient-care experience before applying.