CNA Lead - OLGMC 9W Med Tele - Full Time (Days)

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job performs a variety of basic care services related to activities of daily living under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Acts as a role model for their team and assists the nursing staff in providing patient care according to hospital policies and procedures. Accepts assignments on other units when necessary. Assists in maintaining a clean, well-organized and adequately stocked patient care unit. Shift 6:45am - 7:15pm To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent
Certifications Required - Current state of practice Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA) and (Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) requires renewal every 2 years Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and 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

Nice To Haves

Work Experience Preferred- Acute care hospital experience and specific experience in the clinical services

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 physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members, including multi-disciplinary teams.
Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
Maintains professional certifications and technical knowledge.
Provides leadership and assists with the development of Certified Nursing Assistant.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.