Cna Jobs in Louisiana

Job Title: CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE Company: Location: New Orleans, LA Description: Whether your skills lie in patient care or administration and you prefer to work in not-for-profit health care, our Health facilities may have a career opportunity for you. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer as part of our on-going mission. It is the policy of ours not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, orientation, disability, age or national origin. Category: Personal Care and Services Under the supervision and direction of the licensed nurse and according to established procedures, the nurse aide performs routine service duties and procedures necessary for the care, comfort and safety of the residents. Performs skills to meet the activities of daily living (ADLs). Performs other procedures as delegated by the licensed nurse and within the scope of nurse aide responsibilities. Maintains a clean, safe environment which also reflects the preferences and needs of the resident. Utilizes basic knowledge of communication techniques, infection control, safety, body mechanics, and age-related differences when providing care. We are committed to providing meaningful benefits for you and your family and to sharing with you the prosperity you help create. We support our health care teams with competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Medical Health Coverage Prescription Drug Plan Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Long-Term Disability Group Term Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment Job Requirements 1. High school diploma or GED 2. Current Nurse Aide Certificate 3. Previous gerontology experience preferred

Job Title: Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Metairie ( Metairie Dialysis - LA ) Company: DaVita Location: Metairie, LA Description: We put the fun back into teamwork.Youll play an important role at DaVita-and in the lives of patients and their families. As part of our professional team of clinicians, you will be responsible for measuring and recording stats, patient observations, machine set up and other duties to ensure the compassionate, professional delivery of outpatient dialysis services.If you love patient-centered health care with real relationships inside a company that encourages fun on and off the clock, then DaVita is the place for you.Some details about this position:Must be flexible in hours and able to work early mornings and some SaturdaysClinic is very stable with a strong team and patients that like to have fun!Willing to train!! Calling all CNAs, MAs, and phlebotomistsWe offer career options to fit your lifestyle.Here is what you can expect when you join our Village as a Patient Care Technician.Fun, relationships-based culture-patient- and teammate-drivenFORTUNE 500 stability-with the nations largest independent provider of dialysis servicesTraining Magazine Top 125 award-winning educationMultiple career paths across a variety of cutting-edge modalitiesRewards for your stellar performanceClinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average-treating more than one-third of the dialysis population (thats approximately 100,000 patients!)Exceptional benefits-including the healthcare industrys most generous profit sharing programDedication above all to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure-at over 800 hospital units and approximately 1,300 outpatient dialysis clinics nationwide

Job Title: PRN Patient Care Tech - Childrens Health Company: Community Health Systems Location: Lake Charles, LA Description: The Patient Care Technician/Nurse Aide is responsible for direct patient care under the supervision of the assigned Nurse Manager. Also responsible for the care of equipment and stocking of shelves.Education:High school diploma/GED.Certifications:Certified Nurse Aide certification preferred.Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required.Experience:Phlebotomy and EKG experience preferred.Must meet physical and sensory requirements of the position.Must possess the ability to successfully interact with patients, families, staff, management, physicians and the general public.

Job Title: Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Sulphur ( Sulphur Dialysis - LA ) Company: DaVita Location: Sulphur, LA Description: We put the fun back into teamwork.Youll play an important role at DaVita-and in the lives of patients and their families. As part of our professional team of clinicians, you will be responsible for measuring and recording stats, patient observations, machine set up and other duties to ensure the compassionate, professional delivery of outpatient dialysis services.If you love patient-centered health care with real relationships inside a company that encourages fun on and off the clock, then DaVita is the place for you.Some details about this position:Position is 32 to 36 hours per weekClinic is open Monday-Saturday. Candidate must be able to work early mornings and every other SaturdayWilling to train!! Calling all CNAs, MAs, and phlebotomistsMust love patient careWe offer career options to fit your lifestyle.Here is what you can expect when you join our Village as a Patient Care Technician.Fun, relationships-based culture-patient- and teammate-drivenFORTUNE 500 stability-with the nations largest independent provider of dialysis servicesTraining Magazine Top 125 award-winning educationMultiple career paths across a variety of cutting-edge modalitiesRewards for your stellar performanceClinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average-treating more than one-third of the dialysis population (thats approximately 100,000 patients!)Exceptional benefits-including the healthcare industrys most generous profit sharing programDedication above all to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure-at over 800 hospital units and approximately 1,300 outpatient dialysis clinics nationwide

Job Title: Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Harvey ( Marrero Dialysis - LA ) Company: DaVita Location: Harvey, LA Description: We put the fun back into teamwork.Youll play an important role at DaVita-and in the lives of patients and their families. As part of our professional team of clinicians, you will be responsible for measuring and recording stats, patient observations, machine set up and other duties to ensure the compassionate, professional delivery of outpatient dialysis services.If you love patient-centered health care with real relationships inside a company that encourages fun on and off the clock, then DaVita is the place for you.Some details about this position:Clinic is open M/W/F. Candidate must be flexible in hours including early mornings and evening shiftsThis clinic currently has 16 chairs and 30 patients and runs three shifts a dayWilling to train!! Calling all MAs, CNAs, and phlebotomistsCandidate will be put thru a three month on-the-jobtraining program both in the clinic and classroom settingWe offer career options to fit your lifestyle.Here is what you can expect when you join our Village as a Patient Care Technician.Fun, relationships-based culture-patient- and teammate-drivenFORTUNE 500 stability-with the nations largest independent provider of dialysis servicesTraining Magazine Top 125 award-winning educationMultiple career paths across a variety of cutting-edge modalitiesRewards for your stellar performanceClinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average-treating more than one-third of the dialysis population (thats approximately 100,000 patients!)Exceptional benefits-including the healthcare industrys most generous profit sharing programDedication above all to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure-at over 800 hospital units and approximately 1,300 outpatient dialysis clinics nationwide

Job Title: Patient Care Tech PRN OB/Peds Company: Hospital Corporation of America Location: Covington, LA Description: Working under the supervision of a nursing, the Patient Care Tech performs various patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The position's tasks and responsibilities include:Bathes, dresses/undresses patients assist with personal hygiene. Serves and collects food trays. Assists with patient feeding. Transports, positions and drapes patients for exams and treatments. Assists patients in ambulating. Takes and records vital signs, weights and I O. Performs non sterile dressing changes. Passes and collects bed pans. Changes bed linens. Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. Provides age and culturally appropriate care. Orients and mentors new staff members. Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Job Title: CNA Company: DeRidder Rehab Location: Deridder, LA Description: We are needing CNA's. Can apply at facility located at 1420 Blankenship Dr. DeRidder.

Job Title: PCA - Med/Surg Company: Ville Platte Medical Center Location: Ville Platte, LA Description: The PCA assists the nursing staff by performing routine duties in care of patients. Following the initial orientation and screening period, the PCT should be able to demonstrate basic theoretical knowledge and clinical skills in accordance with established procedures and functions of the position. Competency shall be maintained in these areas as evidenced by successful completion of the yearly job performance evaluation.BLS required.

Job Title: Nursing Assistant 2 Emergency Medicine Department Company: State of Louisiana Location: New Orleans, LA Description: Job Title: Nursing Assistant 2 Emergency Medicine Department Agency: MCLNO/Charity Hospital and Med Center Opening Date: Mon. 03/01/10 Closing Date/Time: Continuous State Salary Range: $8.06 - $16.10 hourly $1,397.00 - $2,791.00 monthly Agency Hiring Range: Min:   Max: Job Type: Probational/Original Location: New Orleans, Louisiana |   Description MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of experience in patient care work. One year of experience must have been in a hospital, clinic, or 24-hour patient care facility setting. SUBSTITUTIONS: Graduation from an accredited professional registered or practical nursing program may be substituted for all of the required experience. Possession of a Certified Nursing Assistant certificate will substitute for six months of the required general experience. Completion of a medical assistant training program may be substituted for the general experience on a month for month basis. Graduation from an accredited Emergency Medical Technician Program may be substituted for six months of the general experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a valid Certified Nursing Assistant certificate as required by federal mandate.  Supplemental Information: This position is located in our Emergency Medicine Department. Location of Job: Interim LSU Hospital 2021 Perdido Street New Orleans, LA 70112 There are only (2) vacant positions No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a CNA 1 or 2 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). The maximum salary for the CNA 2 is $2791.00 Please refer to the ‘Job Specifications’ tab located at the top of the LA Careers ‘Current Job Opportunities’ page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.  Incomplete application will not be considered for eligibility. This will include information on temporary permit, certificates and licenses, if applicable. For further information about this vacancy contact: Register to View Human Resources Office  Job Concepts: Function of Work: To perform advanced sub professional nursing duties in the care and comfort of patients. Level of Work: Advanced. Supervision Received: General from a Registered Nurse, Practical Nurse--Licensed, Surgical Technician, or other higher level personnel. Supervision Exercised: May act as lead worker over lower level nursing assistants or aides. Location of Work: May be used by all state agencies. Job Distinctions: Differs from Nursing Assistant 1 by the presence of responsibility for more advanced sub professional nursing support procedures and/or by the presence of lead worker responsibilities. Differs from Medical Assistant by the absence of a combination of clerical and sub professional nursing duties. Differs from Medical Specialist by the absence of responsibility for performance of specialized procedures in the care of orthopedic, urology, ophthalmology and/or speech pathology/audiology patients.  Examples of Work: GENERAL DUTIES: Measures temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, head circumference, height and weight; records in patients medical record as allowed by institutional policy. Observes patients physical and mental conditions and reports any changes to charge nurse. Prepares and/or inspects ward rooms, equipment, supplies and area for cleanliness; reports deficiencies or maintenance problems. Performs all duties that may be performed by the unit aide and Nursing Assistant 1. May be required to perform restorative therapy activities. Accompanies residents to physician visits, clinic appointments and other outside facility activities. Performs lab work such as High/Hct and urine dipstick and documents results on client records and lab logs. Successfully completes training programs such as CPR, First Aid, infection control, infectious disease, and/or programs that maintain hospital standards such as; quality control, safety issues, and JCAHO requirements. Maintains any necessary certifications. Work may involve shift work. Monitors patients food intake and elimination. May assist with admission, transfer and discharge. May perform emergency housekeeping and cleaning duties such as mopping up minor spills and emptying trash. Maintains par levels and performs inventory. ADVANCED DUTIES: Assists physicians and nurses with various examinations and treatments, such as preparing female patients for gynecological exams, positioning patients for lumbar spinal taps, or assisting in specialized procedures such as endoscopic gastroduodenoscopy, esophageal motility, ano-rectal manometry, polypectomy, bipolar coagulation, esophageal dilatation, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and endoscopy laser therapy. May assist in performing specific treatments/procedures under direction of a professional nurse such as changing dressings, irrigating colostomies, tube feeding, and nasopharyngeal suctioning as allowed by institution policy. Changes bandages and reinforces sterile dressings under professional direction. May assist with the removal and application of casts and splints. May assist with body cavity catheterization or irrigations. May perform duties specific to area of responsibility such as performing visual acuity, muscle balance and color-vision performance, hearing and CLIA-waived lab tests, taking other measurements, and keeping records. Instructs and trains lower level staff in patient care techniques; may serve as a lead worker over nursing unit aides and nursing assistants. May inventory, order, and distribute supplies. May assist with the fitting of contact lenses and the teaching of patients in the proper procedures for insertion, removal and cleansing of lenses. May assist in providing medical treatment and personal care to patients in nursing home and/or private home settings. Prepares (preps) patients for surgery. Cleans medical equipment as needed following required specifications, including fragile equipment and accessories such as fiber optic endoscopes, biopsy forceps, polypectomy snares, cytology brushes, etc. May work with a health care multi-disciplinary team.

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA Company: Location: New Orleans, LA Description: Currently seeking a certified nursing assistant (CNA) with geriatric and psychiatric background. Must have a minimum of 3 years experience as a CNA. Weekend evening and nights are the shifts. If you are qualified, please email a copy of your resume to Register to View