Compassionate CNA: Patient Care & Team Support

Ochsner Health System; Terrytown (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient safety and basic care under a licensed nurse. You will assist with plans of care, maintain a clean patient area, and communicate care needs to patients and the team.

Required: CNA certification, BLS and CPI within 30 days of hire; preferred telemetry experience. Excellent communication, organization, and flexible scheduling are valued. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Preferred CNA certification current
• BLS certification within 30 days from hire
• CPI certification within 30 days from 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.

Skills

CNA Certification

Patient care

Communication skills

Flexible scheduling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient safety and basic care under a licensed nurse. You will assist with plans of care, maintain a clean patient area, and communicate care needs to patients and the team.

Required: CNA certification, BLS and CPI within 30 days of hire; preferred telemetry experience. Excellent communication, organization, and flexible scheduling are valued. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.