Compassionate Patient Care Specialist

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a patient care assistant to support nurses, maintain a safe patient area and document care tasks. You will communicate needs with patients and families, and adapt care for diverse populations with privacy in mind.

The role requires basic computer skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, to support 24/7 patient care operations.

Formación

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekends, holidays, on-call).

Responsabilidades

• 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 patient ages.
• Communicates patient care needs with patients, families, and staff, including multi-disciplinary teams.
• Completes documentation of patient-related tasks.
• Adapts communication and care to patient population and privacy needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Remains knowledgeable on current laws and standards to ensure compliance.

Conocimientos

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Nursing support

Time management

Flexibility for shift work

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Windows-style applications

Descripción del empleo

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a patient care assistant to support nurses, maintain a safe patient area and document care tasks. You will communicate needs with patients and families, and adapt care for diverse populations with privacy in mind.

The role requires basic computer skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, to support 24/7 patient care operations.