Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Med/Tele 3 - Days

Ochsner Health•Baton Rouge, LA

13d

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 involve constant observation of patients, notifying nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervening as needed to maintain safety. The CNA communicates effectively with co-workers, patients, families, and visitors; performs functions delegated by nursing staff; and follows applicable policies and procedures. The position supports the plan of care within the CNA’s scope of practice, maintains a clean and safe patient-care environment, documents patient-related tasks, and adapts communication and care to the patient population. The CNA must remain current with professional certifications and technical knowledge, follow applicable laws and standards, and comply with Ochsner Health System’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Louisiana Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

Hospital experience.
Telemetry experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with the plan of care as delegated by a staff nurse and within scope of practice.
Maintain a clean and safe environment in the patient-care area.
Provide care based on patients’ physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related needs, appropriate to the ages served in assigned areas.
Communicate patient-care needs effectively with patients, families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
Complete documentation of patient-related tasks.
Maintain professional certifications and technical knowledge.
Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
Observe patients as required, notify nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervene as needed to maintain patient safety.
Perform functions delegated by nursing staff and adhere to policies and procedures.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Comply with Ochsner Health System’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including promptly reporting suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.