Nursing Assistant Supervisor 2

CLSH MISSION: Strive to provide quality, person-centered care with focus on recovery and resiliency in a safe and secure environment. CLSH VISION: Strive to be the best public psychiatric hospital possible CLSH VALUES “I CARE”: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence Central Louisiana State Hospital, located in Pineville, Louisiana, is seeking applicants for a vacant position in our Nursing Department as a Nursing Assistant Supervisor 2 who supervises lower-level paraprofessional healthcare staff providing therapeutic and environmental care of patients on a ward during an assigned shift. The Nursing Assistant Supervisor 2 plays a vital role for the Louisiana Department of Health in the Behavioral Health community by utilizing CLSH’s values and mission to deliver quality and effective care to our patients. The hospital is highly committed to cooperative work with other state agencies and with the state and regional mental health program to insure the integration and coordination of hospital-community services into a comprehensive system of mental health care. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four years of experience in patient care; OR

Possession of a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate or graduation from an Emergency Medical Technician Program plus two years of experience in patient care; OR

Completion of an accredited registered or practical nursing program plus one year of experience in patient care.

NOTE: Positions at facilities receiving certain Medicaid or Medicare funds require that applicants possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. JOB DUTIES

• Serves as lead supervisor for Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1 positions and other subordinate staff, providing therapeutic and environmental care of patients on units.
• Prepares daily work schedules and assigns basic work duties to care for patients and staff.
• Ensures that appropriate assignments are made and completed.
• Monitors staff compliance with facility policies and procedures, ensuring patients receive adequate care in a safe and sanitary environment.
• Communicates progressive information regarding performance of Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1 and Nursing Assistants to administrative personnel.
• Assists in emergency situations. Performs duties of any subordinate Nursing Assistant Supervisor 1 or other subordinate staff as necessary.
• Orients/trains new Nursing Assistants to unit program and basic duties.
• Participates in the recruitment process for Nursing Assistants.
• Willingly accepts and performs additional duties and assignments necessary for the smooth operation of the hospital.

Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, Demotion, Detail, or Transfer.

Compensation: This position has a Special Interest Rate (SER) of $1,390.40 bi-weekly. Position is eligible for premium pay of $1.50 per hour WORKED, Longevity pay starting at $1.00 per hour WORKED, and CNA Licensed pay of $1.00 per hour WORKED

How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, please contact: Kelcie Cox Central Louisiana State Hospital Human Resources [email protected] Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.