Certified Nurse Aide

LAFON NURSING HOME UNITED STATES; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Lafon Nursing Home in New Orleans, LA seeks compassionate healthcare professionals to provide direct care and support to residents within a collaborative care environment. You will work closely with nurses to promote comfort, dignity, safety, and daily well-being.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, transfers, vital signs, meal support, and documentation, while following infection control and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Aide certification in good standing as required.
• Experience delivering direct patient care in healthcare settings preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, care plans and safety procedures.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting, repositioning, standing and walking.
• Reliable, compassionate and attentive approach to care.
• Basic computer or documentation skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility.
• Provide safe transfers, positioning and ambulation support.
• Measure and document vital signs, intake/output and other observations.
• Support meal service and assist with feeding per care plans.
• Maintain clean, organized care areas and equipment.
• Notice and report changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Follow infection control, safety and facility procedures.
• Offer companionship and respectful communication to residents.
• Assist with transport, errands and routine support tasks as directed.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists and staff to support individualized care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nurse Aide certification

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable healthcare professional to provide high-quality direct care and support to patients or residents in a collaborative care environment. This role plays an important part in promoting comfort, dignity, safety, and daily well-being while working closely with nurses and other members of the care team.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients or residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support.
• Provide safe and respectful assistance with transfers, positioning, and ambulation.
• Measure and document vital signs, intake and output, and other observations as assigned.
• Support meal service and assist with feeding as needed while following care plans and safety guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and comfortable patient or resident care areas.
• Observe and report changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral condition to the nursing team promptly.
• Follow infection control, safety, and facility procedures at all times.
• Offer companionship, encouragement, and respectful communication to those in your care.
• Assist with transport, errands, and other routine support tasks as directed.
• Collaborate effectively with nurses, therapists, and other staff to support individualized care.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nurse Aide in good standing, where required by state or facility regulations.
• Experience providing direct patient or resident care in a healthcare, long-term care, or similar setting is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, care plans, and safety procedures accurately.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting, repositioning, standing, and walking support as needed.
• Reliable, compassionate, and attentive approach to care.
• Basic computer or documentation skills preferred.

Preferred Attributes

• Professional and respectful demeanor with patients, residents, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing care needs.

What We Offer

• Supportive team environment focused on quality care.
• Opportunities to build experience and grow within the healthcare field.
• Meaningful work that makes a positive difference every day.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where every team member is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. If you are passionate about helping others and delivering compassionate care.