CNA - Medsurg - PRN

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Morton, MS

About The Position

This job works collaboratively to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The CNA may provide constant observation of patients, notify nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervene as needed to maintain patient safety. The role communicates effectively with co-workers, patients, family, and visitors, performs functions delegated by nursing staff, and adheres to policies and procedures. The CNA supports the plan of care as delegated by the staff nurse and within the scope of skills verification. The role provides care based on patients’ physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related needs; maintains a clean and safe patient-care environment; documents patient-related tasks; and adapts communication and behavior to the needs and ages of the patient population. The position also requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This position is performed in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, specimens that could contain communicable diseases, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste. The physical demands are classified as Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Current Louisiana Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI); must 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

Hospital experience.
Telemetry experience.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Provide constant patient observation when needed, notify nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervene as needed to maintain safety.
Perform functions delegated by nursing staff and adhere to policies and procedures.
Support the plan of care as delegated by the staff nurse and within the scope of skills verification.
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 of patients served.
Communicate patient-care needs effectively with patients, families, staff members, 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, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as assigned.