Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

About This Role

This full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position involves working collaboratively to maintain patient safety and deliver basic patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role requires effective communication with co-workers, patients, families, and visitors, and adherence to all policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the plan of care as delegated by the staff nurse within the scope of skills verification
• Maintain a clean and safe environment in the patient care area
• Provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas
• Communicate patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members, including multi-disciplinary teams
• Complete documentation of patient-related tasks
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
• Provide constant observation of the patient and notify nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room
• Intervene as needed to maintain patient safety
• Perform all functions delegated by the nurse staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Hospital and telemetry experience (preferred)
• Current state of practice Certification as a Nurses' Assistant (CNA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association to be obtained within 30 days from hire
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) to be obtained within 30 days from hire
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability)

About the Company

Ochsner Health has been serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating since 1942, driven by dedicated employees who contribute to patient care and organizational achievements.