CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) - NIGHTS

Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is a growing psychiatric hospital committed to providing high-quality care to both adult and geriatric patients. We are proud to cultivate a compassionate, team-oriented environment that emphasizes exceptional patient care while supporting and empowering our staff. Since opening our first facility in Magnolia, Mississippi, in 2015, we have expanded to 12 locations across Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi.

As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our Lake Charles team in preparation for increasing our capacity to 42 beds, allowing us to better serve both adult and geriatric populations.

At Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We recognize that their dedication drives our success, shapes our culture, and enhances overall performance. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where team members feel valued, respected, and heard. This includes offering competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

We are currently seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the night shift (6:45 p.m.–7:00 a.m.) with a 2/3 rotating schedule to join our clinical team.

Position Summary

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles provides direct, hands-on care to patients under the supervision of nursing staff, ensuring their comfort, safety, and daily needs are met.

In this role, CNAs assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and mobility. They monitor and report changes in patients’ conditions, take vital signs, and help maintain a clean and safe environment. CNAs also offer emotional support and help promote a respectful, compassionate atmosphere for patients. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a caring attitude are essential, as CNAs play a vital role in supporting both the healthcare team and the overall patient experience.

Qualifications

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred

Experience working with geriatric psychiatric or behavioral health patients strongly preferred

Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

A current resume with complete work history required

Benefits 

• Challenging and rewarding work environment

• Excellent staff to patient ratio
• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match

Freedom provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

****All applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a post-offer drug test and federal background investigation. ****