CNA 1 - 2
State of Louisiana, Louisiana, MO, United States
Overview
The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to primarily serve the Veterans' population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of the home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity. This position is located in the Nursing Department of the Northwest LA Veterans Home in Bossier City, Louisiana.
We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate
Nursing Assistant
to perform routine sub-professional patient care nursing duties in the care and comfort of our Veteran patients.
Qualifications
Six months of experience or training in patient care; OR
Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate; OR
Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician Program.
NOTE: Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.
Responsibilities
Measure temperatures, pulses, respirations, blood pressures, heights/weights, and record in patients' medical records.
Direct and assist in providing care to patients such as ambulating, bathing, positioning, lifting, and dressing.
Direct and assist in the feeding of patients. Monitor and document eating patterns of patients.
Clean rooms, make and change bed linen.
Distribute clean linens, wash, dry, sort, fold, and store patient's clothing.
Measure temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height, weight, intake and output and record in patient’s medical record.
Observe patient’s condition and report any changes to charge nurse.
Provide care to patients with infectious diseases, as needed.
Position-Specific Details
Location:
Nursing Department of the Northwest LA Veterans Home in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Appointment Type:
Probational
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as a Nursing Assistant 1 or 2 (CNA 1 or 2)
Work Schedule:
Work hours are 12-hour shifts, which include day or night shifts. Weekends and/or holidays are required.
Compensation:
Special Entrance Rates, along with Shift Differentials and a Premium Pay of $3.00 per hour worked.
Compensation Details
Nursing Assistant 1: $13.74/hour
Nursing Assistant 2: $14.70/hour
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to primarily serve the Veterans' population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of the home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity. This position is located in the Nursing Department of the Northwest LA Veterans Home in Bossier City, Louisiana.
We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate
Nursing Assistant
to perform routine sub-professional patient care nursing duties in the care and comfort of our Veteran patients.
Qualifications
Six months of experience or training in patient care; OR
Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate; OR
Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician Program.
NOTE: Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.
Responsibilities
Measure temperatures, pulses, respirations, blood pressures, heights/weights, and record in patients' medical records.
Direct and assist in providing care to patients such as ambulating, bathing, positioning, lifting, and dressing.
Direct and assist in the feeding of patients. Monitor and document eating patterns of patients.
Clean rooms, make and change bed linen.
Distribute clean linens, wash, dry, sort, fold, and store patient's clothing.
Measure temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height, weight, intake and output and record in patient’s medical record.
Observe patient’s condition and report any changes to charge nurse.
Provide care to patients with infectious diseases, as needed.
Position-Specific Details
Location:
Nursing Department of the Northwest LA Veterans Home in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Appointment Type:
Probational
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as a Nursing Assistant 1 or 2 (CNA 1 or 2)
Work Schedule:
Work hours are 12-hour shifts, which include day or night shifts. Weekends and/or holidays are required.
Compensation:
Special Entrance Rates, along with Shift Differentials and a Premium Pay of $3.00 per hour worked.
Compensation Details
Nursing Assistant 1: $13.74/hour
Nursing Assistant 2: $14.70/hour
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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