CNA Sitter- OLGMC Sitter Pool- Full Time Nights

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

The CNA Sitter works collaboratively under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care. The role may include 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 Sitter communicates effectively with coworkers, patients, families, and visitors; performs duties delegated by nursing staff; and follows applicable policies and procedures. The position supports the plan of care within the scope of verified skills, maintains a clean and safe patient care environment, provides care appropriate to the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of patients, and documents patient-related tasks. The employee adapts communication and behavior to the patient population and remains knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. The position is scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts per week, 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., with rotating weekends.

Requirements

Current state-of-practice certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification, to 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 people at varying levels 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

High school diploma or equivalent.
Hospital and telemetry experience.

Responsibilities

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 the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Communicate patient care needs effectively with patients, families, other 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 permission, and adjusting communication style.
Maintain patient safety through observation and intervention as needed; notify nursing personnel of changes in patient behavior or status and when leaving the room.
Perform duties delegated by nursing staff and other related duties as assigned.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.