Nursing Assistant 1 or 2
About The Position
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Nursing Assistant in the Inpatient Unit of the Clinical Trials Unit. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning. Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions. Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Requirements
- Nursing Assistant 1 Six months of experience or training in patient care; OR Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate; OR Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician Program.
- Nursing Assistant 2 Two years of experience in patient care; OR Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate or graduation from an Emergency Medical Technician Program plus one year and six months of experience in patient care; OR Completion of an accredited registered or practical nursing program.
Responsibilities
- Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties such as mopping, changing linens, emptying trash, dusting, sweeping, laundry, stocking patient rooms, maintaining supplies, collects and distributes gowns to necessary units, delivers bio-hazard material to the designated areas and in the specified containers.
- Assists in admissions and discharge of subjects.
- Assists with monitoring food intake and reports deficiencies.
- Observes subject physical and mental well-being and reports changes as needed
- Maintains unit supplies, par levels, and stocks when necessary.
- Assists in day-to-day operation of the unit by keeping supplies updated and ordered, equipment in good working order, general housekeeping, and any other activities to enhance workflow.
- Performs errands as needed to meet unit/patient needs.
- Works effectively with others and assists other staff members without prompting.
- Completes other assigned duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
