Compassionate CNA for Med/Surg & Telemetry

Ochsner Health System; Terrytown (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System seeks a Nurse's Assistant to support patient care under licensed nurse supervision. The role emphasizes safety, documentation and effective communication with patients, families, and staff.

Preferred candidates have hospital telemetry exposure and a High School diploma or equivalent, plus CNA certification with BLS and CPI to be obtained within 30 days of hire. The environment stresses patient safety and compliant care delivery.

Qualifications

• Preferred High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred hospital and telemetry experience.
• CNA certification required; BLS and CPI to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supports the plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of skills verification.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
• Provides care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members, including multi-disciplinary teams.
• Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Hospital experience

Telemetry experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

BLS certification

CPI certification

Job description

Ochsner Health System seeks a Nurse's Assistant to support patient care under licensed nurse supervision. The role emphasizes safety, documentation and effective communication with patients, families, and staff.

Preferred candidates have hospital telemetry exposure and a High School diploma or equivalent, plus CNA certification with BLS and CPI to be obtained within 30 days of hire. The environment stresses patient safety and compliant care delivery.