Nursing Jobs in Baker, LA

CNA / Certified Nurse Aide

At Flagstar Nursing, we bring decades of established local relationships and healthcare expertise to the travel nursing industry. Through our extensive network, we've built strong partnerships with behavioral health facilities, psychiatric hospitals, correctional mental health units, crisis centers, and other diverse psychiatric care environments across the country. Your safety is our primary concern, and we only work with facilities that demonstrate a genuine commitment to protecting their nursing staff. We're seeking exceptional psychiatric Certified Nurse Aide's who want a true partner in their career journey. We take the time to understand your goals, preferences, and aspirations so we can present you with multiple placement options that genuinely fit your needs. Before presenting any opportunity, we thoroughly assess each facility's safety protocols, including security presence, emergency response procedures, de-escalation training, adequate staffing ratios, and nurse support systems. Rather than forcing you into whatever assignment needs filling, we work collaboratively to find opportunities that align with your professional development goals and lifestyle requirements, whether that's acute psychiatric care, substance abuse treatment, forensic mental health, geriatric psychiatry, or another specialty area within behavioral health. Our approach ensures you have real choices in where you go and the assignments you accept, all while earning competitive compensation that reflects your valuable expertise and working in environments where your safety is prioritized. Our mission is to help great Certified Nurse Aide's choose their path in travel nursing with confidence and security. Blended Hourly Rate: $20-$24 CNA/ Certified Nurse Aide Benefits & Schedule: · Multiple shift configurations available with immediate starts available · Paid Orientations · Competitive Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit · Lucrative referral bonus · Dedicated Office staff & 24-hour On-call Service · Medical, Dental, Vision and other Insurances available · Paid Sick Leave in accordance with State law. CNA/ Certified Nurse Aide Requirements and Responsibilities: · Must have a tax home 50 miles plus from facility location · Currently holds an active state issued CNA certificate · Ability to maintain professional boundaries in secure settings · Strong Assessment skills & Clinical judgement. · Ability to adapt quickly · Strong communication skills

Nurse Navigator Primary Care for Women Clinic

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA

Job Description The Patient Navigator provides assistance to patients and family members in assigned area. Based on physical, mental, and social assessment skills, the Navigator works in collaboration with staff and physicians on the coordination of appropriate referrals and resources to meet the needs of the patient being actively treated and upon discharge. Functions as a liaison between acute and sub acute providers in incorporating assistance with care needs post discharge. Assists with the coordination of evidence based best practices to promote positive patient outcomes following discharge. Provides education and emotional support to the patient and family. Coordinates efforts in the prevention of readmissions based on quality delivery of care at all levels. Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the development, collection and analysis of data into specific dashboards utilized to enhance and coordinate the needs of the appropriate patient population. Responsibilities Clinical Practice and Care Management Provides individualized, appropriate care in collaboration with staff members. Assists with the development of a patient -specific plan of care based on the goals of treatment and patient's needs. Works with patient and significant others to determine treatment and rehabilitation goals for desired outcomes based on the developmental needs of the patient. Assist with collection of specified data in evaluating the quality of care provided. Facilitates patient throughput in the admission/discharge/transfer process. Serves as a clinical resource to all members of the interdisciplinary team. Communicates and coordinates critical information related to risk issues to staff and physicians to ensure patient safety in the acute and sub-acute setting. Performs physiologic/psychosocial assessments to assist with the development of an individualized plan of care based of specific needs of the patient. The formulation of individualized plans of care considers patient's education and discharge planning needs. Prioritizes the delivery of care to the individual needs including cultural/ethical/and spiritual needs Participates in the planning of routine transitional health care needs (i.e. treatment options, patient placement options, end of life care (LaPost)discussion and options. Adapts planned education and information to individual patients and families by modifying teaching strategies or content. Integrates education during the delivery of care. Collaborates with patients/families to identify realistic desired outcomes based on developmental needs and restrictions. Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict. Identifies variances from expected outcomes based on assessment and evaluation. Evaluates patient outcomes and make revisions in the plan of care. Delegates and request assistance from members of the interdisciplinary team in coordinating to the needs of the patient while being actively treated and upon discharge. Documents interventions and referrals in patients' chart and further follow up calls as indicated Collaboration and Partnership Consistently communicates/collaborates with the health care team members, patients, and family members to maximize resources and outcomes. Communicates, collaborates with community resources to enhance the continuum care to meet the specific needs all all patients and the specific needs of the geriatric patient. Maintains knowledge regarding program initiatives based on the geriatric population/needs and incorporates the outcome of the team/committees work into practice. Provides education to staff team members based on the developmental needs/limitations of the geriatric population. Qualifications 3 years in acute clinical setting working with population related to your expertise Bachelor's degree in nursing Proficient in English, verbal and written communication and computer skills Current and unrestricted Louisiana RN license; BLS

RN

Full-time

5 months ago

Nurse Navigator PT Days - Neuroscience Service Line

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA

Job Description The Stroke Navigator assists the Stroke Medical Director and Stroke Program Director to improve the quality/delivery of ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke care throughout the continuum of care. He/she works in collaboration with the program directors, data analysts, department leaders, staff and patients to develop and support the stroke program’s performance improvement initiatives. The Navigator also assumes responsibility and accountability for the management of resources to achieve efficient, high quality outcomes for each patient including support for interdisciplinary and cross facility collaboration. In addition, he/she identifies opportunities to streamline care practice, using LEAN methodology, through development of evidence-based guidelines and protocols. Responsibilities Clinical Practice and Care Management Conducts patient rounds while utilizing clinical expertise to aggregate, assess and interpret information. Reviews Patient encounters, identifying items for performance/process improvement. Assists Stroke program director with maintaining stroke policies. Coordinates and participates in stroke performance improvement/patient safety forums/committees. Supports new stroke initiatives by identifying and overcoming barriers to clinical care. Assists with preparation for Joint Commission certification surveys. Serves as an active member of stroke workgroups/committees and is an active participant in strategic planning for the Stroke Program. Provides input to meeting agenda, reporting on significant trends and outstanding items. Communication and Collaboration Serves as a resource/mentor to bedside staff within the stroke service line. Collaborates with multi-disciplinary care team to promote optimal outcomes for stroke patients Partners with stroke program providers to facilitate optimal care supported by guidelines Quality Responsible for issue identification, issue validation, issue analyses and initiates follow-up to assure loop closure to improve clinical outcomes and patient care. Identify areas of improvement; using this data to develop educational programs, action plans to address quality issues identified and to ensure follow through of developed plans. Facilitate stroke patient education and coordinate follow up care to decrease further stroke complications and decrease readmission rate. Training and Education Counsels and trains staff members to increase awareness of adverse trends and participation in interdisciplinary process improvement. Identify areas for improvement and education, using stroke PI data to develop education programs to address quality issues identified in the stroke program. Instructs others on pertinent standards and guidelines; ensures these standards and guidelines are adhered to. Other duties as assigned Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Four years acute clinical experience required; at least 1 year working with Stroke Patient population Enrolled in BSN Obtain SCRN/CCRN certification within 12 months of hire Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Current and unrestricted Louisiana RN license Current BLS

CRNA

Full-time

5 months ago

CRNA In Zachary, LA

TeamHealth Zachary, LA

Lane Regional Medical Center is a 131-bed regional healthcare facility serving the residents of Zachary, Louisiana, and the surrounding communities. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient diagnostic and specialty services, including interventional cardiology, gastroenterology, wound care and hyperbaric therapy, surgical services, emergency care, and more. The medical center is currently undergoing significant enhancements, including the addition of a new four-story tower, interior renovations, 48 private patient rooms, expanded ICU capacity, a modernized surgery department with advanced operating suites, upgraded lab and imaging services, and new facility features such as UV air purification, an additional elevator with direct access to the surgical floor, and a dedicated generator for the tower to ensure uninterrupted patient care. - Variety of health and wellness benefit options to choose from including medical, dental and vision, life and disability, 401k, HSA, flexible spending and resources for living (EAP) - Full coverage of professional liability insurance with tail - Continuing education: unlimited access to our proprietary education platform, TeamHealth Institute, for online modules approved by AANA for CE - Professional and leadership development - Generous clinician referral program

Chemo Certified Registered Nurse - Internal Agency - Baton Rouge

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA

Job Description The Registered Nurse provides safe therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way, incorporating differences into the provision of care. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Relies on education and training to complete responsibilities within scope of licensure as registered nurse. Responsibilities Clinical Practice and Care Management Performs psycholosocial/physiologic assessments that integrates changing data Formulates a plan of care based on trends of similar patients, including patient education and discharge planning. Tailors and prioritizes caring practice to individual needs, including cultural/ ethical/ spiritual needs. Participates in the planning of routine transitional health care needs. (i.e. treatment options patient placement options, end of life options) Responds to changes in patient's needs and provides holistic care using independent clinical judgment based on knowledge drawn from education and experience. Adapts planned educational programs and information to individual patients and family by modifying teaching strategies or content. Integrates education during the delivery of patient care. Collaborates with patients/ families to identify realistic desired outcomes. Ensures efficiency in the delivery of care: determines immediate priorities and offers solution for problems. Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict. Seeks counsel for resolution of conflict. Identifies variances from expected outcomes. Evaluates patient outcomes and makes revisions in the plan of care. Documents all patient care activities as per documentation standards. Assists the healthcare team with the documentation process. Communication and Collaboration Consistently communicates/collaborates with the health care team members, patients and families to maximize patient outcomes. Appropriately delegates patient care activities to other health care team members and participates in making and revising staff assignments to achieve maximum productivity Maintains knowledge regarding unit initiatives, and incorporates the outcomes of the team/ committees work into practice. Participates on unit teams, work groups and/ or committees. Anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others. Quality Demonstrates knowledge of unit based quality improvement initiatives. Participates in quality improvement initiatives by utilizing standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. Incorporates evidence based practice and research findings into nursing practice to enhance outcomes. Professional Development Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. Qualifications Experience Minimum of 2 years' Experience Education Graduate of accredited school of nursing Special Skills Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Licensure Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification Chemotherapy Certification

Registered Nurse - RN - PRN Nights

Wellpath Baker, LA

You Matter Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients Autonomy in a warm team environment Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching Company paid life insurance Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA) Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference As a Registered Nurse (RN), your primary responsibility is to provide patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. You will work under the supervision of Charge Nurse(s) to provide patient education and activities in accordance with your competencies and education. This role requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Assist in assessing and planning individual treatment programs, consulting with Charge Nurse(s) and other staff as necessary. Implement medical plans by administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, and assisting with medical or minor surgical procedures as needed. Count controlled substances and implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. Document nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as required by policy and attend mandatory staff meetings and training. Communicate information to nursing staff, physician, health care unit supervisory personnel or other staff as necessary. Qualifications & Requirements Education Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience Licenses/Certifications Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification. This position is available only to those who reside in the United States. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We value the contributions of team members with a broad range of experiences, skills, and perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

Registered Nurse - RN - Days

Wellpath Baker, LA

You Matter Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients Autonomy in a warm team environment Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching Company paid life insurance Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA) Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference As a Registered Nurse (RN), your primary responsibility is to provide patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. You will work under the supervision of Charge Nurse(s) to provide patient education and activities in accordance with your competencies and education. This role requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Assist in assessing and planning individual treatment programs, consulting with Charge Nurse(s) and other staff as necessary. Implement medical plans by administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, and assisting with medical or minor surgical procedures as needed. Count controlled substances and implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. Document nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as required by policy and attend mandatory staff meetings and training. Communicate information to nursing staff, physician, health care unit supervisory personnel or other staff as necessary. Qualifications & Requirements Education Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience Licenses/Certifications Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification. This position is available only to those who reside in the United States. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We value the contributions of team members with a broad range of experiences, skills, and perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.