Patient Care Aide & CNA — Safety & Observation

Ochsner Health System; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under licensed nursing supervision. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, documenting tasks, and communicating care needs to patients, families, and staff. Requires CNA certification; BLS and CPI must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Strong computer and communication skills are essential to present information clearly.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred hospital and telemetry experience.
• CNA certification required; BLS from the American Heart Association to be obtained within 30 days from hire; CPI to be obtained within 30 days from hire.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

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.
• 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 and requests permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers/IT systems

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under licensed nursing supervision. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, documenting tasks, and communicating care needs to patients, families, and staff. Requires CNA certification; BLS and CPI must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Strong computer and communication skills are essential to present information clearly.