Job Description
Join our elite team at Ochsner Health, New Orleans' premier healthcare provider, as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). We're seeking compassionate professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities within America's top-rated hospital system.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including bathing, feeding, and mobility assistance
- Monitor vital signs and report changes to nursing staff
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and medical records
- Assist with diagnostic procedures and treatments under supervision
- Ensure patient safety and comfort in compliance with hospital protocols
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Support patients' emotional and psychological well-being
Qualifications
- Active Louisiana CNA certification required
- Minimum 1 year acute care hospital experience preferred
- BLS/CPR certification from American Heart Association
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and stand for extended periods
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and critical thinking abilities
- Commitment to Ochsner's values of integrity, compassion, and excellence