Certified Nursing Assistant - Medsurg/Tele - Ochsner Kenner - F/T

Ochsner Health • Kenner, LA

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About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant works collaboratively under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care. The role may include constant observation of patients, notifying nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervening as needed to maintain patient safety. The incumbent communicates effectively with coworkers, patients, families, and visitors, performs functions delegated by nursing staff, and follows policies and procedures.

Care is provided according to physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. The position requires completing documentation of patient-related tasks, maintaining a clean and safe patient-care environment, and adapting communication and conduct to the needs and privacy of each patient. The role also requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulations, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. Duties may change and other related duties may be assigned.

The position is based in a patient-care area and routinely involves exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. It is classified as medium work, involving exertion of 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

Requirements

• Current state-of-practice Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification, to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient-care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hospital and telemetry experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the plan of care as delegated by the staff nurse and within verified skills.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment in the patient-care area.
• Provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Communicate patient-care needs effectively with patients, families, other staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Complete documentation of patient-related tasks.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permissions.
• Observe patients as assigned, notify nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervene as needed to maintain safety.
• Perform duties delegated by nursing staff and follow policies and procedures.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed