Healthcare jobs in Alexandria, Louisiana - Page 18Create job alerts

Job Description Synergy Care is looking for a qualified PRN Speech Language Pathologist for an open position in Shreveport, LA In order to be considered for this position you must have been awarded a master’s degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders or will graduate with such a degree within the next six (6) months. You must have a current American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Certification of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology or be eligible for the certification process by following ASHA and Synergy Care’s guidelines for Clinical Fellowship Year experience. You must currently hold or be eligible for a valid state license (where appropriate) as a Speech Therapist. For further information please call or text Angela (Clary) Harper at 405.985.9770 or .

Job DescriptionRegistered Nurse (RN) – Job Posting Job Type: Full Time, Part Time Shift: Day/Night Our client, a non-profit health system comprising more than 600 centers across multiple states. With a community of 50,000 Associates and over 15,000 physicians, this organization has carried out its mission of care since 1866. They are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) to join their innovative team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of thousands of patients. Benefits • Flexible scheduling and shift options, • Multiple specialties are available, • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, • Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick leave), • Retirement savings plan with employer match, • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support, • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance, • Wellness programs and mental health resources, • Life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage, • Employee discounts, recognition programs, and professional growth opportunitiesQualifications, • Active RN license in the state of employment or compact license, • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a clinical settingKey Responsibilities, • Provide comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation, • Manage routine and complex care with a focus on long-term goals for patient outcomes, • Monitor and administer medications and treatments per protocol, observing for effectiveness and side effects, • Address complex psychological, emotional, and social needs of patients and their families, • Educate patients and caregivers based on assessed learning needs and available resources, • Make appropriate assignments and delegate tasks to support effective team-based care

Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: • Provides and directs fast, efficient Advanced Life Support to the ill and injured utilizing all basic and advanced abilities and techniques, including but not limited to the placement of peripheral and intra-osseous lines, Supraglottic airways, endotracheal intubations, Cricothyrotomy, fluid and drug therapy, cardiac monitoring and EKG interpretations, defibrillation, and cardioversion;, • Recognizes and understands a medical emergency and makes reasonable and acceptable differential diagnosis;, • Performs critical physical examinations;, • Recognizes common cardiac dysrhythmias and understands the principles and treatment modalities for life threatening dysrhythmias;, • Understands and anticipates the pharmacological treatment of critically ill and injured patients;, • Understands and anticipates potentially life-threatening presentation of non-cardiac emergencies and institutes appropriate emergency therapy where essential for the preservation of life;, • Deals with medical and emotional needs of any victim of acute illness or injury with the goal of reducing mortality and morbidity;, • Responsible for managing and directing all first responders at the scene of a medical emergency such as EMR's, Police Departments, and EMT's;, • Responsible for quality patient-care as established by the Company;, • Files standardized reports of patient information and care for the use of receiving hospital and administration, including nature of request for aid, pertinent past history, therapy provided diagnosis, disposition and sufficient patient information for billing purposes;, • Maintains effective communication with physician on duty at hospital to relate patient condition and obtain orders for treatment;, • Follows standard written protocols when a physician cannot be contacted;, • Transports the ill and injured to institutions of medical care;, • Operates emergency vehicles in a safe manner under all condition;, • Properly completes patient statistics and medical information forms for administrative use;, • Performs technical rescues in removing victims from varied terrain and circumstances; and, • Follows standard operating policies and procedures as developed and directed by the Company;, • Cleans and Maintains equipment. ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: • Cleans and maintains (minor maintenance) vehicles;, • Cleans and maintains living quarters;, • Maintains records of vehicles, supplies, training and daily work; and, • Performs other related duties as assigned. GENERAL INFORMATION: The supervisor makes assignments in terms of shifts to be worked and the general scope of the work assignment. The incumbent performs the work in accordance with the procedures, policies and medical orders provided. The incumbent must exercise judgment in applying the proper guideline to the proper situation. The work is spot checked and evaluated based on feedback from the patient, medical staff and others. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Must possess and maintain:, • Paramedic Licensure, • CPR for the Health Care Provider, • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), • Good knowledge of the street systems, addresses and physical layout of the area, and of the rescue equipment and the emergency medical equipment used in Advanced Life Support., • Good ability to:, • Perform technical medical skills with a high degree of accuracy;, • Understand and effectively deal with emotional and medical needs of victims of injuries, acute illnesses, or psychological emergencies;, • Maintain a professional and objective approach to the care of ill or injured persons;, • Learn new concepts in rescue and medical skills and techniques and in pre-hospital care;, • Perform a variety of limited mechanical work involved in the use, testing and maintenance of rescue and medical equipment;, • Direct the work of and teach other personnel;, • Understand and follow oral and written instructions and orders;, • Maintain a professional attitude when representing the Company;, • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, assisting agencies, hospital personnel and the general public: The work requires the incumbent to operate emergency medical vehicles, move medical equipment and extract injured persons from a wide variety of situations. Situation can involve vehicular, industrial and residential accidents, injuries or illness and occur anywhere in our coverage area. At times the work requires movement over various types of terrain, (hilly, steep, rocky, rough, and/or wet/slippery surfaces). The incumbent always must be able to carry or help carry someone from the site of the injury to the mode of transportation (vehicle/helicopter) and attend the injured party to the hospital. In order to perform a physical assessment of the injured party, the incumbent must see, hear and communicate with the injured party. Paramedics will be issued and must wear Company issued uniforms while on duty; additionally, Paramedics will be responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of uniforms, as well as all issued equipment. Paramedics are required to carry a Company issued pager/radio at all times in order to receive immediate notification of an assignment. BENEFITS: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • 401K Pafford EMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as defined by federal, state, or local law.

Job Description CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Job description WE HAVE POSITIONS IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN LOUSIANA: ALEXANDRIA, LA The CNA home health aide is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient's needs. The home health aide is responsible for observing patients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. The CNA home health aide will be assigned in a manner, which promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Vacation after one year. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Geriatrics, • Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred), • CPR Certification (Preferred)