Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support the plan of care under licensed nurse supervision. You will maintain a safe, clean patient environment, communicate with patients and families, and document tasks in a timely manner.

Requirements include a Louisiana CNA certification and BLS/CPI within 30 days. A High School diploma is preferred. This on-site role offers a flexible schedule in a patient-centered hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• 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.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support the plan of care under licensed nurse supervision. You will maintain a safe, clean patient environment, communicate with patients and families, and document tasks in a timely manner.

Requirements include a Louisiana CNA certification and BLS/CPI within 30 days. A High School diploma is preferred. This on-site role offers a flexible schedule in a patient-centered hospital setting.