CNA: Patient Safety & Care Champion

Ochsner Clinic Foundation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient safety under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role involves monitoring patients, communicating changes to nursing staff, and assisting with daily care in a hospital setting.

Preferred qualifications include High School diploma or equivalent, CNA certification, BLS and CPI within 30 days of hire, hospital or telemetry experience, and strong communication and organizational skills with a flexible

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with patients, families and staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekends, holidays, on-call).

Responsibilities

• Supports the 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.
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families and staff.
• Completes documentation of patient-related tasks.
• Adapts communication and procedures to patient population while respecting privacy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient safety under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role involves monitoring patients, communicating changes to nursing staff, and assisting with daily care in a hospital setting.

Preferred qualifications include High School diploma or equivalent, CNA certification, BLS and CPI within 30 days of hire, hospital or telemetry experience, and strong communication and organizational skills with a flexible