9C CNA Part-Time Expansion Days (7a-3p) Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana

Job Description:

Job DescriptionWe’ve made a lot of progress since opening thedoors in 1942, but one thing has never changed

• our commitment toserve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

We believe that everyaward earned, every record broken and every patient helped isbecause of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. AtOchsner, whether you work with patients every day or support thosewho do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make adifference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Thisjob works collaboratively to maintain patient safety and providefor the delivery of basic patient care under the direct supervisionof a licensed nurse. May provide constant observation of thepatient and notifies nursing personnel of changes in behavior orstatus and when leaving the room, and intervenes as needed tomaintain patient safety. Communicates effectively with co-workers,patients, family and visitors. Performs all functions delegated bythe nurse staff and adheres to policies andprocedures.

EducationPreferred

• High School diploma orequivalentWork ExperiencePreferred
• Hospital and telemetryexperience CertificationsRequired
• Current Louisiana Certificationas a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA)Basic Life Support (BLS) from theAmerican Heart Association to be obtained within 30 days fromhireCrisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) to be obtained within30 days from hireKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-basedapplications.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and abilityto present information clearly and professionally to varying levelsof 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).Job Duties Supports the plan of care as delegated by staff nurse withinscope of skills verification. Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient carearea. Provides care based on physical, psychosocial, educational,safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patientsserved in assigned areas. Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients,families, and other staff members, including multi-disciplinaryteams. Completes documentation of patient related tasks. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, includingbut not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction tothe patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to beperformed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statementsdescribe the general nature and level of work only. They are not anexhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, andskills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended atany time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance ⪻ivacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediatereporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionablebehaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy,and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an EqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical andEnvironmental DemandsThe physical essential functions of this jobinclude (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting upto 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excessof those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be madeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood,body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area;works in an area where patients enter; works directly withpatients; and/or works with specimens that could containcommunicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk forexposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent workswithin a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk forexposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within theenvironment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation,dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal ofcontaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increasedepending on the essential job duties of the role.

Are you ready tomake a difference? Apply Today!

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We are proud to be an Equal EmploymentOpportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed tothe principles of equal employment opportunity and providing aworkplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color,creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions,national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medicalcondition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenshipstatus, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation,gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information,political affiliation, unemployment status, or any othercharacteristic protected under applicable federal, state or locallaw. These protections extend to applicants and all employmentrelated decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster andits supplement, as well as the pay transparency policy for moreinformation. Affirmative Action Policy Statement