Certified Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg - Full Time - Night Shift - St. Mary Campus

ochsner; Morgan City (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support patient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes assisting nursing staff, maintaining a clean environment, and communicating patient needs with families and the care team.

Preferred candidates have hospital and telemetry experience, a current Louisiana CNA certification, and BLS/CPI certifications within 60 days from hire. The position may require flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computers, software and web-based applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for patient care.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supports the plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of skills.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient care environment.
• Provides patient care based on age-specific criteria.
• Communicates patient care needs to patients, families and staff.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexible schedule (24/7)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

Education

• Required - High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Preferred- Hospital and telemetry experience

Certifications

• Required - Current Louisiana Certification as a Nurses' Assistant (CNA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association to be obtained within 60 days from hire
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) to be obtained within 60 days from hire

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• 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).

Job Duties

• Supports the plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of skills verification.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
• Provides care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members, including multi-disciplinary teams.
• Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
• Adapts 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environments through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.