CNA- OLGMC 5C Med Renal- Full Time Nights

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant works collaboratively under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to maintain patient safety and deliver basic patient care. The role may involve 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 effectively with coworkers, patients, families, and visitors, performs duties delegated by nursing staff, and follows applicable policies and procedures. This position is scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts per week, 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., with rotating weekends. The role is based in a patient care area and involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste.

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 in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying 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.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including medium work and exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
Ability to work in a patient care environment with occupational exposure risks described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Hospital experience.
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 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 to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and concerns related to patient or employee safety, patient privacy, or other compliance matters.
When providing constant observation, notify nursing personnel of changes in patient behavior or status and when leaving the room, and intervene as needed to maintain patient safety.