CNA PRN (Nights) - Elmwood Orthopedic Hospital

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

88d • Remote

About The Position

This job works collaboratively under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to maintain patient safety and provide for the delivery of basic patient care. May provide constant observation of the patient and notifies nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervenes as needed to maintain patient safety. Communicates effectively with co-workers, patients, family and visitors. They perform all functions delegated by the nurse staff and adhere to the policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Louisiana Certification as a Nurses' Assistant (CNA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital and telemetry experience.

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.
• 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.
• Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED