Patient Care Technician (CNA) – Sign-On Bonus

Home Instead, Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses in delivering safe patient care. The role emphasizes observation, accurate reporting, and teamwork in a busy clinical setting.

You will maintain patient safety, assist with basic care tasks, document activities, and communicate clearly with patients and families. The position offers a sign-on bonus and opportunities to grow within a renowned healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to relay information to patients and team.

Responsibilities

• Assists with plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of practice.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
• Provides care based on patient age and safety criteria.
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and staff.
• Completes documentation of patient-related tasks.
• Maintains professional certifications and knowledge.
• Adapts communication to diverse patient populations.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Dexterity with Windows

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Louisiana CNA certification

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses in delivering safe patient care. The role emphasizes observation, accurate reporting, and teamwork in a busy clinical setting.

You will maintain patient safety, assist with basic care tasks, document activities, and communicate clearly with patients and families. The position offers a sign-on bonus and opportunities to grow within a renowned healthcare system.