CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (PRN)

D&K Superior Staffing; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN in New Orleans, Louisiana. The role involves participating in patient care activities, maintaining a clean environment, and promptly reporting any changes in resident conditions. Ideal candidates must have a state certification, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Strong interpersonal skills and empathy for the elderly are essential. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic nursing techniques, aseptic practices, and proficiency in obtaining vital signs.
• Current BLS certification is mandatory.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hourly rounds and maintain clean patient rooms.
• Report any accidents and unusual occurrences to the nursing staff.
• Help residents to participate in social and dining activities.

Skills

Knowledge of basic nursing techniques

Tolerance, patience, empathy

Functional literacy in English

Ability to follow instructions

Genuine desire to work with the elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State certification as a nursing assistant

Further training to achieve certification

Job description

New Orleans, 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.