Nursing Assistant - Full Time - 7a-7p

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide physical patient care in a hospital setting under the direction of a Licensed Nurse. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, operating basic charting technology, and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The incumbent will report to the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse and participate in unit initiatives while maintaining professional communication with patients, families, and medical staff.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required; prior hospital Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
• Graduate of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills required; ability to communicate professionally with patients and staff.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment; demonstrate emotional stability and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Assists with physical patient care under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.
• Performs activities of daily living (showering, bathing, dressing, feeding) as needed.
• Demonstrates competency with technology and computer charting for patient records.
• Communicates abnormal patient data to appropriate staff.
• Collaborates with unit staff to provide coordinated patient care and participate in unit PI plans.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Professional communication

Independent judgment

Emotional stability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant Training Program graduate

CPR certification (preferred)

Tools

Nursing charting software

Job description

• The Nursing Assistant provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.

Description Of Position

• The Nursing Assistant provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.

SUPERVISION:

Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

Responsibilities And Duties

• Demonstrates competency in use of technology and computers for patient charting and related functions.
• Provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.
• Performs or assists patient with activities of daily living (showering, bathing, dressing, feeding, activity).
• Communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain, etc) to appropriate staff.
• Collects information regarding patient/patient condition: vital signs, intake and output, food intake.
• Consistently utilizes basic decision making skills to complete routine tasks.
• Participates in best practices in a consistent and positive manner; huddles, hourly rounding, bedside reporting, Service Excellence, and the use of the white boards.
• Collaborates with unit staff to provide coordinated patient care.
• Utilizes unit specific equipment competently.
• Competently performs unit specific procedures.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of Unit PI plan.
• Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
• Follows established hospital/department safety policies.
• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Education And Work Experience

• High school graduate/GED preferred Prior experience as a Nursing Assistant in a hospital setting may be used as a substitute to the education requirement.
• Graduate of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program preferred.
• CPR certified preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with patient, family, peers and medical personnel; ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Requires emotional stability and maturity; must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; exhibits organizational and leadership ability.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time.
• Ability to work weekends
• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations.
• May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

"Experience Memorial" is more than a slogan, it's the care we provide our patients and it's the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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