Certified Nursing Assistant (6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to join their compassionate team in Baton Rouge. In this vital role, you will assist patients with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and ensure a safe and comfortable environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working under the guidance of experienced nursing staff. If you have a passion for helping others and are committed to delivering high-quality care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• CNA certification is required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care activities including cleaning and feeding.
• Documents vital signs and reports changes in patient condition.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.)

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Job Description

The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Properly identifies patient by requesting patient name, DOB prior to any patient interactions. Obtains and documents vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations) and LMP. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. Ensures confidentiality of protected patient health information by utilizing safe business practices that support HIPAA regulations. Greets each patient with direct eye contact, introduces yourself, and explains what you are about to do. Prepares, stocks, and cleans exam rooms and maintains supplies and equipment for patient care. Performs CLIA waived testing as ordered and documents.
• Quality: Participates in quality improvement initiatives including but not limited to gathering and trending data and actively supporting process changes that foster improved quality of care and process. Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently handling linen and supplies. Understands and adheres to corporate compliance procedures, accrediting bodies' standards, and the ethical and religious directives when providing care. Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources prudently to ensure efficient operations and high-quality services. Promotes own performance through participation in educational programs, continuing education, and skill training.
• Coordination of Care: Coordinates patient flow to ensure physician efficiency, manages patient schedule and wait times. Checks refrigerator temperature daily if assigned, cleans refrigerator as assigned, and documents. Performs CLIA waived testing controls daily if assigned, checks for expiration on bottles. Monitors oxygen tank levels and notifies the clinic manager when replacement is needed.
• Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Strong communication and customer service skills
• Licensure: CNA certification

About Us

The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System is a leading healthcare innovator in Louisiana and Mississippi, dedicated to providing high-quality, safe care through outstanding clinicians, advanced technology, and research. Founded in 1911, our mission-focused Catholic healthcare ministry emphasizes service to those most in need, including community support and unreimbursed care. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, we operate hospitals, clinics, and physicians across Louisiana and Mississippi, committed to transforming healthcare through excellence and compassion.