CNA

Freedom Behavioral; Ville Platte (LA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Excellent staff to patient ratio

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

Generous paid time off

401(k) options

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral in Ville Platte is seeking a Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with experience in psychiatric care. You will contribute significantly to the well-being of our geriatric patients, assisting with daily activities and monitoring therapy groups.

The ideal candidate will have experience caring for psychiatric patients and preferably possess a CNA Certification. Join our team in a challenging yet rewarding work environment, enjoying competitive compensation and a focus on patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience caring for geriatric psychiatric patients strongly preferred.
• CNA Certification preferred.
• Updated resume with work history required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the physical and emotional well-being of each person served.
• Assist with ADLs, meals, and patient hygiene.
• Monitor therapy groups under the supervision of licensed professionals.
• Contribute to patient records by documenting data.
• Perform routine patient care duties under the direction of a licensed nurse.

Skills

Experience caring for geriatric psychiatric patients

CNA Certification

Effective communication

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking Full‑Time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with experience in psychiatric care to join our esteemed team. Mercy Regional Medical Center and Freedom BHU of Ville Platte is a 12-bed acute care facility providing specialized care for geriatric adults with their mental health and behavioral health needs. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including inpatient behavioral health care. With its comprehensive approach to mental health and behavioral health care, Freedom Behavioral Health Unit of Ville Platte is a trusted resource for those seeking quality care and support. As a valued member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients. In this position, you will obtain, record, and communicate important clinical information and provide clinical services within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Job Duties

• Contribute to the physical, psychological, emotional, and well‑being of each person served.
• Assist with ADLs, meals, patient hygiene, room cleanliness, and other patient care activities as assigned.
• Monitor therapy groups under the direct supervision of Licensed/Certified professionals.
• Contribute to patient records by collecting and documenting data relative to patient.
• Perform a variety of clinical and patient care duties under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Perform routine patient care and related duties, including laundry of patients clothing and cleaning of equipment.
• Promote and practice patient safety, infection control, and proper body mechanics.

Qualifications

• Previous experience caring for geriatric psychiatric patients strongly preferred.
• CNA Certification preferred.
• Updated resume with work history required.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Excellent staff to patient ratio.
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) options.

Freedom BHU provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

****All Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a post‑offer drug test and federal background investigation.****