Patient Care Technician & Safety Support CPI/BLS

Ochsner Health; Bay St. Louis (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Bay St. Louis, MS, seeks a nursing assistant to support direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves performing essential clinical duties, documenting tasks, and maintaining professional standards in a busy hospital setting.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, and Basic Life Support (BLS). CPI is required upon hire. Preferred: hospital experience and strong communication skills to collaborate with care teams.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently.
• Effective planning, organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care with direct supervision of the registered nurse.
• Performs clinical job duties as outlined by departmental competency.
• Supports nursing and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
• Accurately documents patient related tasks.
• Maintains professional knowledge and required certifications through growth and development.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy and communication style.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-directed

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Ochsner Health in Bay St. Louis, MS, seeks a nursing assistant to support direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves performing essential clinical duties, documenting tasks, and maintaining professional standards in a busy hospital setting.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, and Basic Life Support (BLS). CPI is required upon hire. Preferred: hospital experience and strong communication skills to collaborate with care teams.