CNA Transplant Stepdown-Jefferson Highway NIGHTS

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

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 observation of patients, notifying nursing personnel about changes in behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervening as needed to maintain safety. The CNA communicates with co-workers, 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 within the CNA’s verified skills, maintains a clean and safe patient care environment, provides age-appropriate care based on patient needs, communicates care needs with patients, families, and the care team, and documents patient-related tasks. The CNA adapts communication and care to the patient population, including respecting privacy and seeking permission. Other related duties may be assigned. The position also requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulations, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Louisiana certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification, to be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and 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.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
Ability to work in a healthcare patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Nice To Haves

Hospital experience.
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 according to 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, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permission.
Observe patients as required, 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 follow policies and procedures.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient, employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as assigned.