Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse/licensed Nurse, this Job will assist with routine and repetitive patient care activities in a nursing unit.
meet OneCHRISTUS competencies expectationsMeets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
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assist with patient admission, transfer, and dischargeAssists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
prepare rooms for admission by setting up IV poles and adjusting bed heightPrepares rooms for admission by setting up IV pots, and adjusting bed to the appropriate level.
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ensure patient belongings accompany the patient upon transfer or dischargeAssures that all patient belongings accompany the patient to the new unit or home at time of discharge.
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safely transport stable patients as requiredSafely transports stable patients as required.
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maintain security and confidentiality during patient transport and family interactionsMaintains security/confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting with family and visitors.
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clean, procure, and return equipment and suppliesCleans, procures and returns equipment and supplies.
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run errands for the unit as requiredRun errands for the unit as required.
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assist licensed personnel with safe environment and replenish patient room water, linen, and towelsAssist Licensed personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment at all times; replenish patient room with water, linen, and towels, as appropriate.
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perform unit-specific patient care tasks and document on flowsheetPerform unit-specific patient care tasks in accordance with the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet.
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identify obvious changes in patient condition and promptly report to the charge nurseIdentify obvious changes in the patient's condition and take responsibility for reporting those changes promptly to the nurse in charge.
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assist with ordering and maintaining stock inventoryAssist with the ordering and maintenance of stock items according to established inventory when needed.
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keep unit supplies organizedKeeps unit supplies in an organized and orderly fashion.
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respond appropriately to emergenciesRespond appropriately to emergencies.
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communicate effectively with team members during and between shiftsCommunicate effectively with other team members during and between shifts.
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respond to phone calls and call lightsResponds to phone calls and patient call lights.
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adapt care methods to unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, and developmental needs
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demonstrate competence meeting population-specific and developmental needs
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse/licensed Nurse, this Job will assist with routine and repetitive patient care activities in a nursing unit. This Job also performs specific clerical, organizational, and patient-focused activities. The patient-focused tasks will be supportive in nature.
Responsibilities
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
Completes pertinent documents.
Prepares rooms for admission by setting up IV pots, and adjusting bed to the appropriate level.
Assures that all patient belongings accompany the patient to the new unit or home at time of discharge.
Safely transports stable patients as required.
Maintains security/confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting with family and visitors.
Cleans, procures and returns equipment and supplies.
Run errands for the unit as required.
Assist Licensed personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment at all times; replenish patient room with water, linen, and towels, as appropriate.
Perform unit-specific patient care tasks in accordance with the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet.
Identify obvious changes in the patient's condition and take responsibility for reporting those changes promptly to the nurse in charge.
Assist with the ordering and maintenance of stock items according to established inventory when needed.
Keeps unit supplies in an organized and orderly fashion.
Respond appropriately to emergencies.
Communicate effectively with other team members during and between shifts.
Responds to phone calls and patient call lights.
Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
Job
Requirements
Education/Skills
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience
Patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Neighborhoods+Coushatta maintains a sparse suburban and rural layout across Red River Parish without formal urban neighborhoods. Residents often settle within the central town limits or in adjacent rural communities such as Edgefield, Martin, Hall Summit, and Castor, which offer quiet country living and quick drives into the town center.
Coushatta maintains a sparse suburban and rural layout across Red River Parish without formal urban neighborhoods. Residents often settle within the central town limits or in adjacent rural communities such as Edgefield, Martin, Hall Summit, and Castor, which offer quiet country living and quick drives into the town center.
Getting around+Commuters in Coushatta experience an average travel time of approximately 22 minutes. Local travel relies almost exclusively on personal vehicles navigating regional arteries like Highway 84, connecting local medical clinics and community facilities across Red River Parish with minimal traffic congestion.
Commuters in Coushatta experience an average travel time of approximately 22 minutes. Local travel relies almost exclusively on personal vehicles navigating regional arteries like Highway 84, connecting local medical clinics and community facilities across Red River Parish with minimal traffic congestion.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation revolves around the scenic landscape of Red River Parish, featuring expansive farmland, forested corridors, and nearby waterways popular for hunting and freshwater fishing. Outings like exploring the grounds at Ed Lester Farms provide seasonal open-air activity, while broader parish recreation offers peaceful spaces for walking and boating.
Outdoor recreation revolves around the scenic landscape of Red River Parish, featuring expansive farmland, forested corridors, and nearby waterways popular for hunting and freshwater fishing. Outings like exploring the grounds at Ed Lester Farms provide seasonal open-air activity, while broader parish recreation offers peaceful spaces for walking and boating.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Coushatta
Coushatta offers relocating healthcare workers an authentic slice of small-town Louisiana life set against the pastoral backdrop of Red River Parish. For a traveling or staff nurse, the primary appeal lies in an unhurried lifestyle, low-stress drives averaging just over twenty minutes, and an exceptionally welcoming community anchored by Southern hospitality. Daily life flows along local thoroughfares like Highway 84, where spots like Ed Lester Farms and the Big Easy Emporium provide a taste of local commerce and agricultural bounty. The surrounding landscape invites outdoor pursuits from bayou fishing to quiet rural walks, while families benefit from well-regarded parish public schools. The tradeoffs, however, require realistic planning: summer heat and humidity are intense, and commercial amenities, late-night dining, and advanced specialty care facilities require traveling beyond parish lines. For nursing professionals seeking a serene, supportive country posting away from metropolitan gridlock, Coushatta provides a tranquil home base.
