Baton Rouge General
Patient Care Associate - Skilled Nursing - FT - Night
Baton Rouge General, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, 70806
Description
Are you dedicated to supporting patient care and making a difference in every moment?
What We're Looking For:
- Compassionate, team-oriented individual with a commitment to patient-centered care
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment and anticipate patient needs
- Strong communication skills and initiative to support coworkers and patients
- Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred
- High school diploma or GED required
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required
- Knowledge of patient care protocols, safety procedures, and HIPAA compliance
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
- A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
- Professional development and support
- Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
- We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
Check out our employee perks here!
What You Will Do:
Work collaboratively with and under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to deliver patient care that improves the quality of life for patients and families.
- Provide direct personal care to patients, including bathing, feeding, hygiene, and mobility assistance
- Assist with patient comfort measures and perform technical skills in line with care plans
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to primary nurse promptly
- Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes
- Respond to patient call lights and anticipate patient needs
- Handle specimen collection and transport following universal precautions
- Retrieve medications from pharmacy per policy
- Document patient care activities, including vital signs, intake/output, and progress notes
- Maintain accurate medical records and contribute data to care planning
- Perform unit clerk duties such as greeting visitors, tracking charges, processing physician orders, and maintaining communication
- Keep patient care areas stocked and orderly
- Follow safety, environmental, and infection control procedures, including waste removal and aseptic techniques
- Participate in emergency response efforts and support patient transport
What Sets BRG Apart:
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical - what you do here matters.
With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.
Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.
Requirements
Certified nursing assistant
BLS
Are you dedicated to supporting patient care and making a difference in every moment?
What We're Looking For:
- Compassionate, team-oriented individual with a commitment to patient-centered care
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment and anticipate patient needs
- Strong communication skills and initiative to support coworkers and patients
- Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred
- High school diploma or GED required
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required
- Knowledge of patient care protocols, safety procedures, and HIPAA compliance
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
- A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
- Professional development and support
- Various employee perks include generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
- We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
Check out our employee perks here!
What You Will Do:
Work collaboratively with and under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to deliver patient care that improves the quality of life for patients and families.
- Provide direct personal care to patients, including bathing, feeding, hygiene, and mobility assistance
- Assist with patient comfort measures and perform technical skills in line with care plans
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to primary nurse promptly
- Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes
- Respond to patient call lights and anticipate patient needs
- Handle specimen collection and transport following universal precautions
- Retrieve medications from pharmacy per policy
- Document patient care activities, including vital signs, intake/output, and progress notes
- Maintain accurate medical records and contribute data to care planning
- Perform unit clerk duties such as greeting visitors, tracking charges, processing physician orders, and maintaining communication
- Keep patient care areas stocked and orderly
- Follow safety, environmental, and infection control procedures, including waste removal and aseptic techniques
- Participate in emergency response efforts and support patient transport
What Sets BRG Apart:
At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical - what you do here matters.
With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.
Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.
Requirements
Certified nursing assistant
BLS