Compassionate CNA: Patient Care & Team Impact

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff. You will help maintain safety, assist with activities of daily living, and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities include supporting care plans, documenting tasks, and ensuring a clean, safe patient environment. CNA certification and BLS (within 30 days) and CPI training (within 30 days) are required or to

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

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.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Time management

Flexible schedule

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff. You will help maintain safety, assist with activities of daily living, and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities include supporting care plans, documenting tasks, and ensuring a clean, safe patient environment. CNA certification and BLS (within 30 days) and CPI training (within 30 days) are required or to