CNA Medical ICU - Jefferson Hwy NIGHTS

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. Our dedication to providing the best care is reflected in every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped, thanks to the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This role works collaboratively to maintain patient safety and provide basic patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The incumbent will observe patients constantly, notify nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status, intervene when necessary to maintain safety, and communicate effectively with co‑workers, patients, family, and visitors. All functions delegated by nursing staff shall be performed and policies and procedures adhered to.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Preferred – High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred – Hospital and telemetry experience.

Required – Current state of practice Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA). Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association to be obtained within 30 days from hire. Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) to be obtained within 30 days from hire.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call availability).

• Supports the plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of skills verification.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
• Provides care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members, including multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Completes documentation of patient‑related tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Medium work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients or specimens that could contain communicable diseases;

occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste.

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