Certified Nursing Assistant jobs at LCTCS - 40 jobs

CNA Adjunct Coordinator/Instructor
Louisiana Community and Technical College System 4.1
Certified nursing assistant job at LCTCS
College: Fletcher Technical Community College Department: Academic Affairs & Initiatives Sub department: Nursing & Allied Health Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct Duties and Responsibilities: * Maintain performance standards and pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote the mission, vision and value statement of the College. * Attend and provide meaningful instruction for all classes/modules during the semester/session. Be punctual in class attendance and provide instruction for the complete class period. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to College policies. * Develop, distribute, and post course syllabi prior to the start of class that are in accordance to the Course Management System as approved by supervisor and aligned with approved master syllabi which describe in detail the requirements of the course/module, attendance policy, assessment strategies, grading system, classroom policies, and other information as appropriate. * Maintain accurate attendance, progress, and evaluation records and submit to department head/appropriate supervisor at the end of each semester/session. * Adhere to all timelines established by the college, particularly with respect to the submission of shows and no shows, grade rosters, reporting non-attendance of students, referring students for counseling, and responding to records inquires and other communications about students in a timely manner. * Provide classroom instruction in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, College harassment policies, and/or other legal requirements. * Advise and mentor students related to course progress and retention strategies for student success. Refer students at risk of failure to advising or counseling. Monitor students' progress in courses and provide timely feedback to aid academic success and to inform program coordinators regarding course offerings. * Share ideas and information, and work toward common department and College goals. * Foster, demonstrate, and actively participate in a culture of mutual respect for students, guests, and co-workers from all backgrounds, perspectives and abilities. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors, and utilize appropriate channels of communication within the college community concerning procedures and/or inquiries. * Complete all academic and occupational credential requirements defined by LCTCS Board policies and procedures, and requirements defined by accrediting agencies. * Be available to students via phone or email to assist with any assignment questions/needs, within 24 hours for workdays and 48 hours on weekends, according to division procedures. * Foster, demonstrate, and actively participate in a culture of mutual respect for students, guests, and co-workers from all backgrounds, perspectives and abilities. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors and utilize appropriate channels of communication within the college community concerning procedures and/or inquiries. * Participate in professional development activities that enhance effectiveness (convocation, LCTCS conference, etc.). * Represent the college in a manner that promotes a professional and positive image. * Adhere to College and LCTCS policies. * Embrace college culture. * Complete all required assignments prior to deadlines (Fletcher/LCTCS trainings, etc.) * Perform other duties as assigned. * Maintain performance standards and pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote the mission, vision and value statement of the College. * Attend and provide meaningful instruction for all classes/modules during the semester/session. Be punctual in class attendance and provide instruction for the complete class period. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to College policies. * Develop, distribute, and post course syllabi prior to the start of class that are in accordance to the Course Management System as approved by supervisor and aligned with approved master syllabi which describe in detail the requirements of the course/module, attendance policy, assessment strategies, grading system, classroom policies, and other information as appropriate. * Maintain accurate attendance, progress, and evaluation records and submit to department head/appropriate supervisor at the end of each semester/session. * Adhere to all timelines established by the college, particularly with respect to the submission of shows and no shows, grade rosters, reporting non-attendance of students, referring students for counseling, and responding to records inquires and other communications about students in a timely manner. * Provide classroom instruction in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, College harassment policies, and/or other legal requirements. * Advise and mentor students related to course progress and retention strategies for student success. Refer students at risk of failure to advising or counseling. Monitor students' progress in courses and provide timely feedback to aid academic success and to inform program coordinators regarding course offerings. * Share ideas and information, and work toward common department and College goals. * Foster, demonstrate, and actively participate in a culture of mutual respect for students, guests, and co-workers from all backgrounds, perspectives and abilities. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors, and utilize appropriate channels of communication within the college community concerning procedures and/or inquiries. * Complete all academic and occupational credential requirements defined by LCTCS Board policies and procedures, and requirements defined by accrediting agencies. * Be available to students via phone or email to assist with any assignment questions/needs, within 24 hours for workdays and 48 hours on weekends, according to division procedures. * Foster, demonstrate, and actively participate in a culture of mutual respect for students, guests, and co-workers from all backgrounds, perspectives and abilities. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors and utilize appropriate channels of communication within the college community concerning procedures and/or inquiries. * Participate in professional development activities that enhance effectiveness (convocation, LCTCS conference, etc.). * Represent the college in a manner that promotes a professional and positive image. * Adhere to College and LCTCS policies. * Embrace college culture. * Complete all required assignments prior to deadlines (Fletcher/LCTCS trainings, etc.) * Perform other duties as assigned. Program Coordinator Duties: * Maintain program statistics required by any boards and accreditation bodies. * Coordinate with ASN Program Chair to schedule faculty for courses prior to each semester. * Coordinate and schedule all courses prior to the beginning of each semester. * Track student payments and adjust cohort numbers after each semester (if applicable). * Maintain communications with the ASN Program Chair, faculty, students, and clinical sites. * Assist the ASN Program Chair to create a learning environment in which all students are treated equitably and with respect. * Attend regular meetings for the faculty. * Monitor and maintain the attendance records of students from faculty for all courses. Report any issues to the ASN Program Chair. * Maintain records of course syllabi, course exams, and clinical paperwork from faculty for all courses per the record retention schedule. * Maintain records of all student files including admission evaluation forms, NCLEX pass rates and transcripts (if applicable). * Oversee the performance and teaching of safety issues in the program. * Participate and assist in organizing student orientation sessions and prepare and mail any required paperwork for students (if applicable). * Collaborate with ASN Program Chair to assure consistency with other programs to assure ease in transition from practical nursing program to ASN (if applicable). * Participate in student orientation sessions. * Monitor the clinical requirement of each student prior to the student going into a clinical setting and report any delinquencies to the appropriate instructor and Department Head (if applicable). * Coordinate clinical education assignments and provide administration, organization, and supervision of the student clinical experience (if applicable). * Monitor student's academic records and report to Department Head any delinquencies. * Develop, monitor, and follow up on the annual systematic plan of evaluation and any annual reports. * Advise students and complete form and transcripts as appropriate. * Assist students in completing graduation and required board paperwork if applicable. Assist graduating students in planning pinning ceremony (if applicable). * Develop and monitor plan program outcome assessment. * Must have flexibility to schedule to advise students in program area. * Must be on site where the program is conducted at least 50% of training performs (this includes classroom, lecture and clinical instruction). (if applicable) * Must be able to work alongside instructors to provide students with appropriate classroom/lab sessions. * Provide assistance in lab setting as needed to ensure quality experiences (if applicable). * Attend and participate in scheduled activities, which include graduation, open house/recruiting events as assigned, advising during registration and any specially held registrations, tutoring, seminars, college in-service, and required meetings. Share ideas and information, and work toward common department and College goals. * Perform additional duties as assigned by the Department Head, Dean, or VC Required Education: Master's degree or above in Nursing or Education, or Required Experience: Registered nurse with current, unencumbered license and a minimum of 2 years' experience in the provision of long-term care facility services and one of the following: VTIE, CTTIE, "train the trainer" Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Candidates must have good instructional techniques; computer knowledge; student-centered attitude; and must be well organized. Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Fletcher Technical Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Fletcher Technical Community College is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
$19k-25k yearly est. 40d ago

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Adjunct Faculty: Medical Assistant
Louisiana Community and Technical College System 4.1
Certified nursing assistant job at LCTCS
College: SLCC Department: Academic & Student Affairs Sub department: Nursing, Allied Health & Safety Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct Salary: $2,1000 - $2,500/3 credit course Duties and Responsibilities: Provides competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. Teaches college-level Medical Assistant classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, clinical protocols, and instructional materials. Demonstrates technical proficiency with Canvas, LOLA, Webex, Microsoft Teams, CastleBranch and any software or technical systems used by the program. Prepares or assists in the preparation of materials used in academic administration and clinical coordination when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material. Prepares and administers didactic examinations, student clinical assessments, and other teaching aids needed to fulfill objectives of program. Sets up classroom, lab, equipment, projects, assignments, etc. in preparation for each new phase or class start. Evaluates the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria. Maintains accurate records of attendance, grades, progress of students, and reports the same in a timely manner to supervisor. Provides academic, clinical and career advice to students and promotes student leadership and enrichment experiences. Continues as a competent instructor in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, clinical skills, and updating professional competencies. Conducts individual and small group instruction. Learns new teaching pedagogy and new software, as required. Works independently and in a team environment. Ability to teach a student body diverse in age, ethnicity, and academic skills. Standard duties expected of all faculty include developing and evaluating curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attending department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor. Required Education/Experience: Current unrestricted Licensure as a Practical Nurse or related healthcare experience including but not limited to: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical procedures in healthcare settings including but not limited to: hospital setting, physician group setting, urgent care setting, etc. Preferred Education/Experience: Associate's degree in Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Education or related field. Bachelor's or Master's degree in healthcare related field Experience teaching Medical Assisting courses at the Community College level. Experience in online teaching. Passing pre-employment criminal background & drug screen are required as a condition of employment.
$2.1k monthly 60d+ ago
Part-Time Health Aide
Terrebonne Parish School District 3.5
Houma, LA jobs
. You will be contacted if your application is selected for training. Start date to be determined. 9 Months - 180 Days Copy of High School Diploma/G.E.D. Must Be Attached Part-Time: Works 4 hours per day for 5 days a week. No more than 20 hours a week. Applications for the above-mentioned position must be submitted online to the Human Resources Department. Please be advised that a new application form must be submitted online for the position listed above in order to be eligible. Letters of intent, verbal intent, or any other type of communication will not be accepted. Questions should be directed to Erin Klingman, Nurse Coordinator at **************. DY/tc cc: All Board Members An Equal Opportunity Employer
$19k-29k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Adult Care Assistant - Pace Lafayette
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Lafayette, LA jobs
In the participant's home or at the Center, performs Participant Care Activities and Personal Care and other tasks as assigned to assist the nursing staff. Responsibilities * Patient Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when... * Recording pertinent information pertaining to the participant's care. * Reminding participants to take medication at the appropriate time. * Performs meal functions which can include planning and preparing meals according to specific dietary requirements of the participants, if necessary, oral feeding of the participant, serving of meal, supplements and snacks, sanitizing dishes, utensils and serving pans, following guidelines of food storage. * Assisting the participant with therapy exercises under the direction of the Physical/Occupational Therapist. * Assisting participants with basis Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care of designation participants including but not limited to transferring, bathing, dressing, catheter care, basic skin care, incontinent care, toileting, and vital signs as assigned. * Assisting with ambulation's with or without mechanical aids. * Maintaining a safe, clean and healthy environment through light housekeeping, including changing bed lines, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning kitchen, bathroom and doing laundry. * Providing companionship and stimulation for the participant including reading, walks, etc.; and accompanying the participants to doctors or other appointments. * Independently or in the company of participant, perform grocery shopping or other errands per Care Plan. * Take participant to medical or other appointments as indicated in Care Plan. * Performing other housekeeping tasks as indicated in the Care Plan. * Observing the reporting changes in the participant's condition, incidents or any other job - related problems to the Supervisor and communicates participant changes to team members. * Always follow Participant Rights guidelines including confidentiality to ensure participants are being treated with dignity and respect as adults. Communicates effectively with participants, families, staff, other departments and agencies. * Accurately prepares daily records and submits them to the office by the due date. * Participating in in-service education programs is mandatory. * Complete other tasks as assigned by supervisor. * In the Center, assists in the maintenance of the Adult Day Center to provide for a pleasant, efficient, and safe environment. Maintains laundry and disinfecting of Adult Day Center on a routine basis. Maintains clear pathways for participants and assists with processes when participants arrive and depart on the transportation van. Performs environmental rounds as scheduled. * Quality: This will have been satisfactorily performed when... * Knowledge of unit-based quality improvement initiatives is always demonstrated. * Participant care is documented in the Electronic Health Record or the appropriate home care documentation daily. * Collaboration & Partnership: This will have been satisfactorily performed when... * Instructions issued by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team to resident care routines and policies are always followed. * Other Duties as Assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when... * Other duties as assigned are completed. * Active participation on unit teams, work groups and/or committees is provided as requested; anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others. * Attends all mandatory in -services required by CMS regulations. Qualifications Experience - One year of C.N.A. or Personal Care experience working with frail/elderly population Education - HS Diploma or Equivalent Training - CNA course involving training with care of elderly Special Skills - Must meet all qualifications of a FMOLHS approved driver Licensure/Certification: BLS Certification, CNA Certification
$19k-25k yearly est. 18d ago
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Baton Rouge, LA jobs
We are offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for full-time CNA positions with a 2-year commitment! Join our team and make a difference in patient care. The Certified Nursing Assistant provides essential support in delivering quality patient care and ensuring patient comfort. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care such as bathing, feeding, and preparing patients for treatments. CNAs also take and record vital signs, change bed linens, prepare treatment trays and supplies, and support nursing staff with various patient care tasks. This role follows established guidelines and procedures and works under close supervision to ensure safe and effective care. Why Join Us? * Mission-Driven Organization: Be part of a team committed to compassionate care and improving the health of our community. * Supportive Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork and collaboration. * Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and retirement plans designed to support you and your family. Responsibilities * Patient Care Responsibilities * Accurately identify patients by confirming name and date of birth prior to any interaction. * Obtain and document vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations) and last menstrual period (LMP). * Promptly report any unusual incidents or changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. * Maintain confidentiality of patient health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. * Greet patients with professionalism-make eye contact, introduce yourself, and explain procedures before performing them. * Prepare, stock, and clean exam rooms; maintain supplies and equipment for patient care. * Perform CLIA-waived testing as ordered and document results. * * Quality and Safety * Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including data collection and supporting process changes to enhance care. * Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization/disinfection, and reporting damaged equipment promptly. * Adhere to corporate compliance procedures, accrediting body standards, and ethical/religious directives when providing care. * Use equipment, supplies, and resources efficiently to support high-quality operations. * Engage in ongoing education and training to improve skills and performance. Coordination of Care * Manage patient flow to ensure physician efficiency, including scheduling and minimizing wait times. * Monitor and document refrigerator temperatures and cleanliness as assigned. * Perform daily CLIA testing controls and check expiration dates on supplies. * Monitor oxygen tank levels and notify the clinic manager when replacement is needed. Other Duties * Perform additional tasks as assigned to support patient care and clinic operations. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED required Licensure: Current CNA certification in the state of Louisiana Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
$22k-32k yearly est. 50d ago
Nursing Assistant-CSR
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Lafayette, LA jobs
The NA - CSR performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The NA - CSR assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. The NA - CSR assists the clinical staff by performing a variety of clerical tasks that ensure the efficiency of the unit and provide outstanding customer service to our patients and visitors. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities 1. Patient Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Unit and patient room and bed are appropriately prepared in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay at all times. * Patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement is taken and recorded as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. * Patients are assisted with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients as evidenced by lack of complaints. * Patients are prepared for meals, served food, and fed when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs at all times. * Physician orders are accurately transcribed within specified time frames and all necessary forms completed; Communicates information appropriately---including computer/telephone requests for Housekeeping, Linen Services, Plant Operations, Lab, X-ray, EKG, etc. as evidenced by lack of customer complaints * Clinical data is accurately recorded within specified timeframes on the patient chart as instructed by the nurse or physician. * The patient chart and/or patient Kardex is maintained in the appropriate order and ensures that all forms are labeled with the correct patient identification label; ensures that the chart is prepared for transfer to Medical Records upon discharge of the patient. * Accurately and appropriately receives, places, and transfers phone calls, and records and communicates messages; efficiently and accurately uses phones, intercoms and computer as evidenced by lack of complaints. * Patients are assisted and accompanied during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient at all times. 2. Quality: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. * A safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment is maintained by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies at all times. * Input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation is provided and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services at all times. * All equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources are utilized in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high-quality health care services. 3. Collaboration & Partnership: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Assistance is provided to physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. * Inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) are run for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. * Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. 4. Other Duties As Assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Other duties as assigned or requested are completed. Qualifications Education High School Special Skills Communication and Customer Service Skills
$23k-32k yearly est. 10d ago
Nursing Assistant PRN Premium
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Lafayette, LA jobs
The Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Performs patient phlebotomy following department and facility policies and procedures. Successfully obtains phlebotomy specimens with minimal discomfort to the patient. Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assists in preparing unit and patient room and bed in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay. Assists and accompanies patients during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient. * Takes and records patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. Performs and records EKGs for patients being triaged and receiving care. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. * Assists patients with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients. * Prepares patients for meals, serves food, and feeds patients when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs. * Transports patients to and from designated areas of the hospital in a caring, considerate, expedient, and professional manner. Ensures that patients have identification bracelets before transportation and demonstrates compassion and respect in all contacts with patients, family members, and fellow employees. * Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. * Performs patient phlebotomy following department and facility policies and procedures. Successfully obtains phlebotomy specimens with minimal discomfort to the patient. * Quality * Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. * Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies. * Provides input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high-quality health care services. * Strives to promote the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance through participation in staff educational programs, approved continuing education courses, and specialized skill training programs. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. Assists with patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the patient's care plan in an efficient and professional manner. * Runs inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. * Other Duties as Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested are completed. * Accurately and appropriately receives, places, and transfers phone calls, and records and communicates messages; efficiently and accurately uses phones, intercoms, and computer. Qualifications * High School Diploma * Good Communication and Customer Service Skills. * BLS certification required.
$23k-32k yearly est. 6d ago
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Lafayette, LA jobs
The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Certified Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assists in preparing unit and patient room and bed in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay. Assists and accompanies patients during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient. * Takes and records patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel * Assists patients with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients. Prepares patients for meals, serves food, and feeds patients when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs. * Transports patients to and from designated areas of the hospital in a caring, considerate, expedient, and professional manner. Ensures that patients have identification bracelets before transportation and demonstrates compassion and respect in all contacts with patients, family members, and fellow employees. Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. * Quality * Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. * Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies. Provides input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high-quality health care services. Strives to promote the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance through participation in staff educational programs, approved continuing education courses, and specialized skill training programs. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. Assists with patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the patient's care plan in an efficient and professional manner. * Runs inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. * Other Duties As Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Qualifications Experience -None Education -High School Diploma or GED Training -None Special Skills -Communication and Customer Service Skills Licensure -CNA BLS
$23k-32k yearly est. 12d ago
Nursing Assistant Nights
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Lafayette, LA jobs
The Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Performs patient phlebotomy following department and facility policies and procedures. Successfully obtains phlebotomy specimens with minimal discomfort to the patient. Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assists in preparing unit and patient room and bed in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay. Assists and accompanies patients during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient. * Takes and records patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. Performs and records EKGs for patients being triaged and receiving care. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. * Assists patients with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients. * Prepares patients for meals, serves food, and feeds patients when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs. * Transports patients to and from designated areas of the hospital in a caring, considerate, expedient, and professional manner. Ensures that patients have identification bracelets before transportation and demonstrates compassion and respect in all contacts with patients, family members, and fellow employees. * Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. * Performs patient phlebotomy following department and facility policies and procedures. Successfully obtains phlebotomy specimens with minimal discomfort to the patient. * Quality * Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. * Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies. * Provides input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high-quality health care services. * Strives to promote the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance through participation in staff educational programs, approved continuing education courses, and specialized skill training programs. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. Assists with patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the patient's care plan in an efficient and professional manner. * Runs inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. * Other Duties as Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested are completed. * Accurately and appropriately receives, places, and transfers phone calls, and records and communicates messages; efficiently and accurately uses phones, intercoms, and computer. Qualifications * High School Diploma * Good Communication and Customer Service Skills. * BLS certification required.
$23k-32k yearly est. 16d ago
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Lafayette, LA jobs
The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Certified Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assists in preparing unit and patient room and bed in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay. Assists and accompanies patients during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient. * Takes and records patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel * Assists patients with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients. Prepares patients for meals, serves food, and feeds patients when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs. * Transports patients to and from designated areas of the hospital in a caring, considerate, expedient, and professional manner. Ensures that patients have identification bracelets before transportation and demonstrates compassion and respect in all contacts with patients, family members, and fellow employees. Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. * Quality * Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. * Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies. Provides input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high-quality health care services. Strives to promote the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance through participation in staff educational programs, approved continuing education courses, and specialized skill training programs. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. Assists with patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the patient's care plan in an efficient and professional manner. * Runs inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. * Other Duties As Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Qualifications Experience -None Education -High School Diploma or GED Training -None Special Skills -Communication and Customer Service Skills Licensure -CNA
$23k-32k yearly est. 48d ago
CNA CSR - Telemetry 2
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Monroe, LA jobs
The CNA - CSR performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The CNA - CSR assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. The CNA - CSR assists the clinical staff by performing a variety of clerical tasks that ensure the efficiency of the unit and provide outstanding customer service to our patients and visitors. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities * Patient Care: Unit and patient room and bed are appropriately prepared in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay at all times. Patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement is taken and recorded as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. Patients are assisted with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients as evidenced by lack of complaints. Patients are prepared for meals, served food, and fed when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs at all times. Physician orders are accurately transcribed within specified time frames and all necessary forms completed; Communicates information appropriately---including computer/telephone requests for Housekeeping, Linen Services, Plant Operations, Lab, X-ray, EKG, etc. as evidenced by lack of customer complaints Clinical data is accurately recorded within specified timeframes on the patient chart as instructed by the nurse or physician. The patient chart and/or patient Kardex is maintained in the appropriate order and ensures that all forms are labeled with the correct patient identification label; ensures that the chart is prepared for transfer to Medical Records upon discharge of the patient. Accurately and appropriately receives, places, and transfers phone calls, and records and communicates messages; efficiently and accurately uses phones, intercoms and computer as evidenced by lack of complaints. Patients are assisted and accompanied during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient at all times. Quality: Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. A safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment is maintained by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies at all times. Input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation is provided, and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services at all times. All equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources are utilized in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high quality health care services. Collaboration & Partnership: Assistance is provided to physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. Inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) are run for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. #CB Qualifications * No Experience * High School * Per certification requirements * Communication and Customer Service Skills * CNA
$23k-31k yearly est. 4d ago
Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Monroe, LA jobs
The Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assists in preparing unit and patient room and bed in an effort to ensure that patients are adequately and properly accommodated during their hospital stay. Assists and accompanies patients during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for each patient. * Takes and records patient temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake-output measurement as directed by appropriate personnel in a caring and efficient manner and documents information in CIS. Performs and records EKGs for patients being triaged and receiving care. Expediently reports any unusual incidents or observed changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate personnel. * Assists patients with daily living activities (e.g., bed bath, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, back rubs, linen freshening), and provides general care (e.g., positioning patients, pre- and post-operative care, assisting with bed pan use) in a manner that demonstrates compassion and understanding for all patients. * Prepares patients for meals, serves food, and feeds patients when needed in a manner that demonstrates compassion and respect for patient needs. * Transports patients to and from designated areas of the hospital in a caring, considerate, expedient, and professional manner. Ensures that patients have identification bracelets before transportation and demonstrates compassion and respect in all contacts with patients, family members, and fellow employees. * Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. * Quality * Expediently answers patient call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, ambulation) in a caring and understanding manner, and efficiently maintains an attractive, comfortable, and safe environment for patients with special consideration to room cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, and patient safety. * Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic health care environment by cleaning rooms and equipment, preparing for sterilization and disinfection, promptly reporting damaged equipment and other problems to appropriate personnel, and efficiently and properly handling linen and supplies. * Provides input for end of shift reports and CIS documentation and participates in unit quality assurance programs in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of unit services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high-quality health care services. * Strives to promote the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance through participation in staff educational programs, approved continuing education courses, and specialized skill training programs. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests and procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse. Collects patient specimens in a caring manner and expediently transports specimens to the lab when necessary. Assists with patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the patient's care plan in an efficient and professional manner. * Runs inter-departmental errands (e.g., transporting lab specimens, picking up patient medications from pharmacy) for nursing personnel in an expedient and professional manner. * Other Duties as Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested are completed. * Accurately and appropriately receives, places, and transfers phone calls, and records and communicates messages; efficiently and accurately uses phones, intercoms, and computer. Qualifications * High School * Good Communication and Customer Service Skills. * BLS certification required.
$23k-31k yearly est. 12d ago
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medicine Unit - Our Lady of the Angels
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Bogalusa, LA jobs
The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. #CB Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assist and provides patients with personal hygiene including attending the their beds and linen changes. * Performs with accuracy and records vital signs, weights and blood glucose levels via glucometer. * Physical repositioning, ambulation and assissting with ADL's under the direction of the RN. * Physical repositioning, ambulation and assissting with ADL's under the direction of the RN. * Quality * Provides for patient safety; answering call lights in time appropriate manner, follows hospital Patient Fall and Arm band safety policy. * Organizes and appropriately, follows through with patient assignments as directed. * Actively involved in activities to enhance/improve our patients satisfaction. * Adheres to hospital policy on the usage of Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Time. * Utilizes time to accomplish work in an efficient manner. * Employee shall conform to regulatory, customer and organizational requirements. * Operates equipment and performs job-related duties in a safe manner. * Adheres to infection control practices. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists with dietary needs as requested. * Notifies RN or LPN if assigned any variances observed in patients abilities or assigned tasks in timely manner. * When requested, adjusts personal schedule to meet department/unit needs. * Other Duties As Assigned * Reports to work on time, and if necessary, reports tardiness to appropriate person. * Maintains a professional appearance, according to job requirements, at all times. * Attended all required mandatory educational sessions. * Responds appropriately to fire, safety and disaster situations. * Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the appropriate manner for optimal personal protection. * Has completed required TB skin test(s). * Assumes personal responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development. * Accepts additional work assignments as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications * High School * Certified Nursing Assistant * Communication and Customer Service Skills * CNA: BLS
$22k-32k yearly est. 44d ago
Part-Time Health Aide
Terrebonne Parish School District 3.5
Chauvin, LA jobs
. You will be contacted if your application is selected for training. Start date to be determined. 9 Months - 180 Days Copy of High School Diploma/G.E.D. Must Be Attached Part-Time: Works 4 hours per day for 5 days a week. No more than 20 hours a week. Applications for the above-mentioned position must be submitted online to the Human Resources Department. Please be advised that a new application form must be submitted online for the position listed above in order to be eligible. Letters of intent, verbal intent, or any other type of communication will not be accepted. Questions should be directed to Erin Klingman, Nurse Coordinator at **************. DY/tc cc: All Board Members An Equal Opportunity Employer
$19k-29k yearly est. 35d ago
Medical Office Assistant Certified
Tulane University 4.8
New Orleans, LA jobs
The Medical Office Assistant will be responsible for performing a variety of clinical, clerical, and administrative functions. Clinical duties include, but are not limited to, triaging patients, collecting medical information, recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse and weight), assisting providers during procedures, performing routine point of care testing (cholesterol and blood glucose testing) , obtaining insurance authorizations for procedures and EKG's, venipuncture, administer vaccines to adults/pediatric patients. Clerical duties include, but not limited to the following: answering telephones, greeting patients and visitors, checking insurance verification, scheduling patient appointments, faxing/scanning documents, pre-certifying services and procedures, maintaining the stock room and the physical environment of the exam and procedure rooms. The Medical Office Assistant will serve as floater between clerical and clinical staff as needed.• In depth knowledge of good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. * Solid analytical skills and attention to detail. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and patient-centered atmosphere. * Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care. * Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments. * Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed. * Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations, including LGBTQ+ persons * Successful completion of a medical assistant program, military corpsman program, or Certified Nursing Assistant training program * High school diploma or equivalent * Two years of clerical/administrative medical office experience * Ability to speak and write Spanish fluently. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office * Familiarity with electronic medical records * BLS Certification
$29k-33k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Nurse Technician RN Student - Surgical 1 Unit
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Baton Rouge, LA jobs
The Nurse Tech performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nurse Tech provides basic patient care and assist with activities of daily living (ADL)s under close supervision of the nurse. Basic patient care and ADLs are defined as: patient bathing, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties that they have verified completion of competencies. Relies on establish guidelines to accomplish tasks. The Nurse Tech works under close supervision of the nurse. Responsibilities * Patient Care * Assists in patient admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. * Measures, collects, and documents patient data according to policy (e.g., weight, vital signs, O2 sats) and reports symptoms, reactions, and changes in patients' condition to the Registered Nurse. * Assists patients with activities of daily living and appropriate patient care (personal hygiene, linen changes, assists with meals, elimination). * Assists with transporting and mobility needs of patient. * Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. * Keeps patient rooms and nursing station areas clean and orderly. * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests. Collects patient specimens and transports specimens to the lab. * Performs procedures consistent with standards set forth by their school of nursing and level of nursing education completed under the direction of a Registered Nurse. * Utilizes equipment safely for patient care as directed by a Registered Nurse. * Quality * Adheres to standards of nursing and the policies and procedures set forth by the institution in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of hospital nursing services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner. * Observes and adheres to quality standards established by the department. Participates in continuous quality improvement programs. * Is aware of behavioral/psychological changes of patients and promptly reports changes to assigned nurse or charge nurse. Adapts care to the patients need and level of development. * Other Duties as Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested Qualifications * Student Nurse in good standing with completion of basic patient skills within nursing program. * Must be a student nurse currently enrolled in a Registered Nurse accredited School of Nursing program who is in the Junior or Senior level year that has completed their second clinical rotation (Med/Surg clinicals) * Student Nurse in good standing within an accredited program. * Communication, Customer Service, computer Skills and Knowledge of Medical Terminology. * BLS Certification
$33k-40k yearly est. 44d ago
Nurse Technician RN Student - Inpatient Surgical 2 Unit
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Baton Rouge, LA jobs
* The Nurse Tech is a student RN working under the direct supervision of an RN in assisting the nursing staff with patient care. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure : * None * Must be a Junior or Senior in an accredited RN Nursing program * Communication, Customer Service, computer Skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. * BLS certification Job Function : * Non Invasive Patient Care * Assists in patient admission, discharge, and transfer. Measures, collects, and records patient data (e.g., weight, vital signs) and reports symptoms, reactions, and changes in patients' condition to the Registered Nurse. * Assists patients with activities of daily living. * Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager * Collaboration & Partnership * Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests. Collects patient specimens and transports specimens to the lab. * Performs procedures consistent with standards set forth by their school of nursing and level of nursing education completed under the direction of a Registered Nurse. * Utilizes equipment safely for patient care as directed by a Registered Nurse. * Quality * Adheres to standards of nursing and the policies and procedures set forth by the institution in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of hospital nursing services. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner. * Observes and adheres to quality standards established by the department. Participates in continuous quality improvement programs. * Other Duties As Assigned * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Responsibilities Qualifications
$33k-40k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Certified Nursing Assistant - 3rd Medical (nights)
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Monroe, LA jobs
The Certified Nurse Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities * Patient Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Assistance is provided in performing data collection (TPR/BP/I&O/Weight). Patients are observed closely and reports observations/changes to assigned/charge nurse immediately. * Appropriate care (personal hygiene, linen changes, assists with meals, elimination) is given to patients; Assists with transporting & mobility needs of patients as needed. * Specimens are collected, assistance is provided in applying assistive devices (TED hose, ice packs, etc), and catheter care & surgical preps are performed when required. * Patient rooms and nursing station areas are kept in an orderly fashion at all times. * Patient bodies are appropriately cared for after death with respect and in accordance with established procedures at all times. * Patient needs are anticipated and plans time to respond accordingly and in a minimum amount of time. * Behavior/physiological changes of assigned patients is monitored and promptly reports changes to assigned/charge nurse. Care to the patients need and level of development is adapted appropriately. * Quality: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Knowledge of unit based quality improvement initiatives is demonstrated at all times. * Patient care is documented on appropriate forms accurately and legibly at all times. * Collaboration & Partnership: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Instructions issued by nurse and to established hospital related to patient care routines and policies are followed at all times. * Effectively assists with admission and/or discharge of a patient at all times. * Other Duties as Assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Other duties as assigned are completed. * Active participation on unit teams, work groups and/ or committees is provided as requested; anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others. #CB Qualifications * None * High School or equivalent * Completion of an CNA training program * Communication and Customer Service Skills; problem solving ability, initiative, good judgment. * CNA
$29k-37k yearly est. 2d ago
Certified Nursing Assistant - 6th Medical (days)
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Monroe, LA jobs
The Certified Nurse Assistant performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nursing Assistant assists with patient cleaning, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Responsibilities * Patient Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Assistance is provided in performing data collection (TPR/BP/I&O/Weight). Patients are observed closely and reports observations/changes to assigned/charge nurse immediately. * Appropriate care (personal hygiene, linen changes, assists with meals, elimination) is given to patients; Assists with transporting & mobility needs of patients as needed. * Specimens are collected, assistance is provided in applying assistive devices (TED hose, ice packs, etc), and catheter care & surgical preps are performed when required. * Patient rooms and nursing station areas are kept in an orderly fashion at all times. * Patient bodies are appropriately cared for after death with respect and in accordance with established procedures at all times. * Patient needs are anticipated and plans time to respond accordingly and in a minimum amount of time. * Behavior/physiological changes of assigned patients is monitored and promptly reports changes to assigned/charge nurse. Care to the patients need and level of development is adapted appropriately. * Quality: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Knowledge of unit based quality improvement initiatives is demonstrated at all times. * Patient care is documented on appropriate forms accurately and legibly at all times. * Collaboration & Partnership: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Instructions issued by nurse and to established hospital related to patient care routines and policies are followed at all times. * Effectively assists with admission and/or discharge of a patient at all times. * Other Duties as Assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… * Other duties as assigned are completed. * Active participation on unit teams, work groups and/ or committees is provided as requested; anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others. #CB Qualifications * None * High School or equivalent * Completion of an CNA training program * Communication and Customer Service Skills; problem solving ability, initiative, good judgment. * CNA
$29k-37k yearly est. 50d ago
Medical Assistant - Pediatrics at Livingston Clinic
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University 4.0
Walker, LA jobs
The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, obtains vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens or swabs obtained for laboratory analysis. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. May triage phone calls, "call-in" non-narcotic prescriptions as per provider's direction and frequently communications with patients and their families. Works under close supervision of the physician and clinic manager. #CB Responsibilities * Patient Care * Properly identifies patient by requesting patient name, DOB prior to any patient interactions. * Ensures confidentiality of protected patient health information by utilizing safe business practices that support HIPAA regulations. * Completes and documents patient visit notes accurately which may include but not limited to the chief complaint, past medical and surgical history, family history, vital signs, immunizations, allergies, medications, nutrition and health and wellness issues as directed by physician practice and organizational processes. * Accurately and safely administers and documents waived testing under the direct supervision of physician. * Prepares, stocks, and cleans exam rooms and maintains supplies and equipment for patient care. * Prepares and administers medications according to physician/physician assistant orders and organizational policies and procedures. * Assists the physician with minor surgical procedures and follows appropriate procedures for obtaining, handling and processing specimens and cultures. * Provides basic clinical care measures to all age groups per clinical skills checklist. * Coordination of Care * Coordinates patient flow to ensure physician efficiency includes managing the patient schedule and wait times. * Instructs patient and/or family regarding diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and health/wellness issues using pre-approved forms and information. * Retrieves and sends requested patient health information to authorized individuals in a timely fashion in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies and procedures. * Patients are notified of test results, changes in medications and other alteration in treatment plan as instructed by practitioner within 48 hours of test results. * Medication prescriptions are called into the appropriate pharmacy as ordered by the physician/practitioner per organizational policies. * Diagnostic testing as ordered by the physician/practitioner is effectively coordinated and communicated with other healthcare providers regarding patient care per organizational policies and procedures. * Responds to questions and concerns from patients and/or family in an appropriate manner * Quality * Understands and adheres to corporate compliance procedures, accrediting bodies standards and the ethical and religious directives when providing care. * Understands and aware of potential chemical hazards and how to access MSDS information. Understands the correct and prompt actions to take during emergency situations and able to document such events in the electronic safety system timely and effectively. * Participates in quality improvement initiatives including but not limited to gathering and trending data and actively supporting process changes that foster improved quality of care and process. * Observes and adheres to all policies and procedures and follow all safety, quality assurance , and infection control standards. * Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high quality health care services * Assumes personal responsibilities for continuing education and professional development. * Other Duties as Assigned * Uses initiative and actively seeks out ways to assist in the overall operations of the practice to include assisting in clerical duties as needed. * Supports the practice efforts including but not limited to the annual Flu Clinic, job-site projects, community health events. * May assists with clerical duties such as answering phones, filing and preparing charts, checking in/out referrals, maintaining referral database, verifying and confirming benefits, coordinating paperwork for patient needs such as FMLA or back to work/school messages. Qualifications Experience - Completion of a medical assistant program or 1 year experience in a clinical capacity Education - High School diploma or equivalent Special Skills - Computer literate; skilled in use of Microsoft outlook, electronic health records and other software programs. BLS Required
$31k-36k yearly est. 4d ago