CNA Full Time

Surgery Partners•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

Under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs routine, non-professional patient care activities. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, obtains and records vital signs, collects specimens, and supports the delivery of quality patient care in a safe and compassionate manner. The CNA provides post-procedure care, initiates activities consistent with the nursing plan of care, and assists with simple treatments, tests, and patient care procedures as directed. The position also involves observing patients and promptly reporting changes in condition, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment, and keeping clinical areas clean and organized. The CNA is expected to protect patient privacy, maintain professional conduct, and follow facility policies, safety standards, and infection-control practices.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
Current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to recognize and promptly and accurately report changes in patient condition.
Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer patients with appropriate assistance and equipment.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience assisting in the care of patients in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record patient vital signs and weights accurately and promptly, and report findings to the nurse.
Administer simple treatments and/or tests according to established policies and procedures.
Provide efficient, compassionate, and empathetic post-procedure care.
Initiate patient care activities consistent with the nursing plan of care.
Assist patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulation, and personal hygiene.
Apply aseptic technique consistently when caring for patients.
Observe patients and promptly notify the nurse of changes in condition.
Help maintain a safe and comfortable patient environment.
Collect specimens and assist with patient care procedures as directed.
Maintain clinical areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
Maintain professional appearance and conduct.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
Follow facility policies, procedures, safety standards, and infection-control practices.