CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (PRN)

D&K Superior Staffing; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Lake Charles, Louisiana is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for PRN shifts. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, maintaining cleanliness in patient rooms, and observing health conditions. Candidates must have a high school diploma, state certification, and a current BLS certification. An empathetic nature and strong work ethic are essential for success in this position, which may require lifting and assisting patients as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hourly rounds and assist residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in patient rooms.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions.

Skills

Basic nursing techniques and procedures

Proficiency in obtaining vital signs

Tolerance, patience, empathy

Functional literacy in English

Knowledge of general sanitary and safety practices

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State certification as a nursing assistant

Further training for certification

Job description

Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States D&K Superior Staffing

About the job CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (PRN)

Our company is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Participating in hourly rounds;
• Keeping the patients rooms in clean and orderly condition, including making beds;
• Answering patient lights and performing services in a timely manner that adds to the physical well-being of the patient;
• Maintaining unit stock levels of supplies and equipment as directed;
• Must be able to push/pull 45 lbs;
• Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members;
• Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed;
• Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary;
• A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat);
• Reports faulty equipment and safety hazards to the Nurse in charge immediately;
• Helps residents to and from social and dining activities and encourages their participation;
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff;
• Immediately reports any accidents and unusual occurrences to the Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Supervisor;
• Participates in in-service education and training and outside professional development as needed to keep in current with trends in the industry;
• Observes and reports all changes in a residents condition immediately to the Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures, aseptic practices, and proficiency obtaining vital signs;
• Current BLS;
• Tolerance, patience, empathy and concern are desirable;
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• State certification as a nursing assistant mandatory;
• Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nursing assistant;
• Functional literacy in English is required;
• High school diploma or GED with further training to achieve certification;
• Able to work schedule as posted;
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and willingness to comply with policies and procedures;
• Able to follow spoken and written instructions;
• Genuine desire to work with the elderly;
• Knowledge of general sanitary and safety practices;
• An up-beat and engaging personality;
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, push, pull, bend, kneel, and stand as needed.