CNA - Medsurg - PRN

Ochsner Health•Morton, MS

About The Position

The CNA works collaboratively under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care. The role may include constant patient observation, notifying nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervening as needed to maintain safety. The CNA communicates with coworkers, patients, families, and visitors, performs functions delegated by nursing staff, and follows applicable policies and procedures. The position supports the nurse-delegated plan of care, maintains a clean and safe patient care environment, provides age-appropriate care based on patient needs, communicates care needs with patients, families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams, and documents patient-related tasks. The CNA adapts communication and behavior to the patient population, including respecting privacy and seeking permission before procedures. The role also requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This role is based in a patient care environment and involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, as well as occupational risk of communicable diseases and potentially hazardous medications or waste. Physical demands are classified as Medium Work, including exerting 20–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Requirements

Current Louisiana Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI), to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Proficiency in 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 verified skills.
Maintain a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
Provide care appropriate to the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other needs of patients served in assigned areas.
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 patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permission.
Observe patients as needed, 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 and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.
Perform other related duties as assigned.