Nursing Technician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Louisiana

Job Summary

Join our dynamic Emergency Room team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the full-time night shift! In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, high-quality patient care to individuals experiencing urgent and emergent health situations. Your energy and dedication will help ensure that patients receive timely support, comfort, and assistance during their most critical moments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills make a real difference in people's lives. You will collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care in a Level I Trauma Center setting, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and empathy.

Duties

• Assist nursing staff with patient assessments by monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to support accurate clinical evaluations.
• Provide direct patient care including hygiene assistance, mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts, and basic wound care to promote comfort and recovery.
• Support medical procedures by preparing patients for exams or treatments, ensuring aseptic techniques are maintained to prevent infection.
• Document patient information accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner, maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations and safeguarding patient confidentiality.
• Facilitate safe patient transfers utilizing appropriate methods such as manual handling techniques or specialized transfer devices; assist with patient positioning and mobility needs.
• Respond swiftly to emergency situations by supporting CPR or basic life support protocols while alerting medical staff for advanced intervention.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control procedures and hospital safety standards, including proper disposal of sharps and biohazard materials.

Skills

• Proven experience working in emergency medicine or critical care environments within hospital settings, including Level I Trauma Centers or ICU units.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy relevant to acute care scenarios.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation of patient care activities.
• Skilled in using patient transfer methods and equipment like Hoyer lifts while practicing safe lifting practices to prevent injury.
• Experience providing dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities enhances your ability to deliver personalized support.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages—including pediatrics—and collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of infection control standards including aseptic technique and universal precautions; CPR certification is required.
• Capable of heavy lifting and manual handling while maintaining safety standards during patient transfers or equipment setup.

Join us in making a difference where every second counts! Your dedication as a CNA on our night shift team will help save lives while fostering a caring environment for our patients during their most vulnerable moments. We value your expertise and commitment—come be part of a team that truly cares!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person