Compassionate Patient Care Technician (CNA)

Ochsner Clinic Foundation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Clinic Foundation is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide collaborative, compassionate care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective communication with patients and families, and adherence to policies and procedures.

Required Louisiana CNA certification and High School diploma; BLS is preferred. The position involves clinical support, documentation, and maintaining a safe care environment in an on-site hospital setting.

Qualifications

• CNA license current in Louisiana.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with plan of care as delegated by staff nurse.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, 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.
• Maintains professional certifications and technical knowledge.
• 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

Computer skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Ochsner Clinic Foundation is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide collaborative, compassionate care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective communication with patients and families, and adherence to policies and procedures.

Required Louisiana CNA certification and High School diploma; BLS is preferred. The position involves clinical support, documentation, and maintaining a safe care environment in an on-site hospital setting.