CNA - Patient Care | Team Collaboration & Growth

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a compassionate Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist with direct patient care under licensed nurse supervision. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe patient area, documenting tasks, and communicating care needs with patients and teams.

CNA certification and BLS within 30 days are required; a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. There is emphasis on adaptability, teamwork, and providing quality patient support in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supports plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of skills verification.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient care environment.
• Provides care based on patient age and needs, including safety considerations.
• Communicates patient care needs with patients, families, and staff.
• Completes documentation of patient-related tasks.
• Adapts communication and approach to individual patient populations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Time management

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA Certification

Job description

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a compassionate Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist with direct patient care under licensed nurse supervision. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe patient area, documenting tasks, and communicating care needs with patients and teams.

CNA certification and BLS within 30 days are required; a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. There is emphasis on adaptability, teamwork, and providing quality patient support in a dynamic healthcare setting.