RN ICU PCU Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse Critical Care, Heart Hospital PCU (PRN Days)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Lafayette, 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 psychosocial/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. Other duties Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality. Qualifications Graduate of accredited school of nursing Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification and ACLS & PALS Certification within first 6 months of hire CPI and NIH Stroke Scale certification within a year of hire Department ACLS BLS PALS NRP Antenatal Yes Yes No Yes Burn Care Yes Yes Yes No Cardiology Yes Yes No No Cath Lab Yes Yes No No Day Patient Yes Yes No No Dialysis Yes Yes No No ED Yes Yes Yes No Labor and Delivery Yes Yes No Yes Medical ICU Yes Yes No No Neonatal ICU No Yes No Yes Operating Room (WCC and Surgicare) Yes Yes Yes No Operating Room (ACC and HH) Yes Yes No No PACU Yes Yes Yes No Patient Care Unit Yes Yes No No Pediatric ICU Yes Yes Yes No Progressive Care Yes Yes No No
RN Full-time
CHRISTUS Health

Registered Nurse I - IMC CardioVascular - Full Time

CHRISTUS Health Alexandria, LA
Summary: Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Care Planning Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment. Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference. Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur. Patient Care Provision Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan. Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs. Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate. Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure. Patient Care Evaluation Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis. Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis. Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis. Teaching Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching. Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs. Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed. Acts as role model for health care students and other team members. Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees. Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience. Patient Care Communication Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition. Maintains patient confidentiality. Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Graduate Nurse Permit Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health Position Requirements: Education/Skills All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire. New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg specific competency validation. All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program’s tracking software. Completion of all annual competency verification requirements. Experience One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current ACLS certification required In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level. Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. Credential Grace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time
RN Telemetry Full-time
CHRISTUS Health

Registered Nurse - Acute Telemetry - Full Time

CHRISTUS Health Alexandria, LA
Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Position Requirements: Education/Skills All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire. New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg specific competency validation. All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program’s tracking software. Completion of all annual competency verification requirements. Experience One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current ACLS certification required In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level. Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. Credential Grace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Full Time
RN Full-time
Bridgepoint Healthcare

Hospital Registered Nurse RN

Bridgepoint Healthcare Marrero, LA
$31.31 - $50.09 / hour
Registered Nurses (RNs) – Be the Heart of Medically Complex Care BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital - WJMC Campus | Marrero, LA Located on 4th Floor of West Jefferson Medical Center Position Type: Full-Time I Part Time Shifts Available : Days 7a-730p, Nights 7p-730a Rate of pay: $31.31 to $50.09 (plus Shift Diffs as applicable) Access to Daily Pay You chose nursing for a reason. Let that reason thrive here. At BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL – WJMC CAMPUS whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesn't happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patients unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own! Our employees form the foundation of everything we do optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day. It is at BRIDGEPOINT CONTINUING CARE HOSPITAL – WJMC CAMPUS where care, community, and careers happen. What You’ll Love Competitive hourly pay + shift differentials Paperless, quick onboarding Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan, same day pay, instant access to wages) Predictable scheduling and flexibility (e.g., full-time, part-time, PRN options) Paid time off, holiday pay Generous employee referral program Annual performance reviews and competitive bi-annual pay reviews Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources) Respectful, supportive leadership and strong focus on teamwork Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout Opportunities for advancement Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support Strong mentorship and orientation programs School Partnerships 360 communications for staff, patients & families What You’ll Be Doing The Registered Nurse RN provides planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation. The Registered Nurse RN develops nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff as necessary. The Registered Nurse RN communicates changes in patient’s clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate and participates in the discharge planning process. Requirements Education: Graduate of an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing Program. Licenses/Certification: Current RN - Registered Nurse license from the Department of Health required. BLS & ACLS Required. Experience: Minimum one (1) year's recent nursing experience preferred. Ventilator, Telemetry, and/or ICU experience preferred. Safety Sensitive-Designated Positions Salary/ Wage Range Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. Your next shift could change a life. Apply today! We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities. #BPH
RN Outpatient Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse Thoracic Surgery Clinic

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 psychosocial/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, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure: Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing Skills: Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Licensure: Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Clinical Access Nurse - RN (PRN)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Lafayette, LA
Job Description At Our Lady of Lourdes we offer you much more than just a job in the healthcare industry. We offer career opportunities for people who have a calling to share their gifts and talents as part of our healing ministry. As a Catholic hospital, we are here to create a spirit of healing - and we invite you to join our team today if you would like to be part of that spirit. In addition to competitive salaries and generous benefits, we offer you something special - the chance to do God's work by helping to serve people in need throughout our community, every day. Job Summary: The Clinical Access Supervisor will be the preliminary step of the utilization management process and the access point for admissions. Ensures the coordination of patient care and resource utilization at the time of access to Lourdes. The Clinical Access Supervisor will have an understanding of CMS requirements and guidelines to facilitate appropriate admissions, as well as managed care contracts associated with Lourdes. Serves as a resource in the areas of direct admissions, emergency admissions, transfers from outside facilities, and elective surgery/procedure scheduling and functions as a liaison between admissions, surgery scheduling, physicians and Medical Management. The Clinical Access Supervisor also supervises and coordinates activities of departmental staff, participates in planning work of unit assignments and coordinates activities with other patient care units and related departments. Also Supports compliance with existing criteria and guidelines that ensure appropriate resource utilization. Responsibilities Clinical Access Review Determines medical necessity and level of care guidelines using Interqual criteria for any questionable admission. Has an understanding of specific criteria required for admission, concurrent stay and an understanding of level of care and criteria subsets within each level of care. Ensures the compliance of EMTALA/COBRA regulations as it applies to transfers from outside facilities. Quality Promotes the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance by remaining current with the latest trends in field of expertise through participation in job-relevant seminars and workshops, attendance at professional conferences, and affiliations with national and state professional organizations. Collaboration and Partnership Works closely with the acute Unit Supervisors. Utilizing information provided by the admitting physician, will notify the Unit Supervisors of any potentially difficult cases to ensure the coordination of discharge planning upon admission. Ensures the movement of patients through the continuum of care, enhance quality of care delivered, and control resource utilization. Acts as a liaison between the physicians and Medical Management at the time of access. Under the direction of a Physician Advisor, the Clinical Access Coordinator will query the admitting physician for more information to determine medical necessity of the admission or the level of care desired. At the time of a questionable admission, the Clinical Access Coordinator will have the knowledge to direct the physician to an alternate level of care including skilled care, nursing home or outpatient services. Leadership and Supervision Assists in the effective hiring and training process for department staff. Assigns and monitors staff work and work schedules according to department policy. Maintains appropriate data on employee attendance for payroll/ATM. Administers performance review process in a timely and effective manner. Timely and effectively addresses employee relations issues. Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor staff. Facilitates patient throughput in the admission/discharge/transfer process. Coordinates and communicates critical information related to risk issues, guest service issues or other need to know information with administration, risk management, medical management, medical staff, and patient advocates. Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree RN - Current/unrestricted RN license BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse FT Days - Inpatient Surgical 2 Unit

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse - Full Time Day/Evening Post Surgical 2 Unit We are hiring immediately for a full time, RN and offering a $10,000 sign on bonus! What Makes Us Different? Benefits With Our Lady of the Lake, we offer career opportunities for people who have a calling to share their gifts and talents as part of our healing ministry. As part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, we are here to create a spirit of healing - and we invite you to join our team today if you would like to be part of that spirit. In addition to competitive salaries and generous benefits, we offer you something special - the chance to do God's work by helping to serve people in need throughout our community, every day. Additionally, you can expect: Tuition reimbursement Growth opportunities Affordable employee benefits A community culture where you don’t feel lost in a large health system 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 psychosocial/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 Graduate of accredited school of nursing Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification About Us Our Lady of the Lake is uniquely capable of caring for a full range of illness or injury, including those that are extremely complex, for both pediatric and adult patients. Our family of services includes: An 988-bed hospital and the area’s only Level I Trauma Center A freestanding Children's Hospital A 545-provider care network covering more than 40 specialties Two free-standing emergency rooms—Our Lady of the Lake Livingston and Our Lady of the Lake North A network of nearly 15 urgent care clinics Outpatient imaging and surgery centers Assumption Community Hospital Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Our Lady of the Lake Ascension , a 78-bed, community hospital providing emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and surgical services to Ascension Parish and surrounding areas We serve 38,000 inpatients and 820,000 outpatients annually and are committed to building a healthy community through excellence in patient care and education. A part of FMOL Health, Our Lady of the Lake is consistently awarded for compassionate care, clinical expertise, leading edge technology and innovation.
RN PACU Full-time
AVALA

RN - PACU - Full-Time - AVALA Hospital - RH208, RH213, RH235, RH288

AVALA Covington, LA
$2500 sign-on bonus with commitment. Summary Provides direct patient care to all patient populations. Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Assists with the maintenance of PACU equipment and inventory. Participates in performance improvement activities. Responsible for monitoring patient’s physiological status in the immediate postoperative environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously, and as needed, about patient conditions; receives direction for patient management. Intercedes to maintain optimum homeostasis. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. May be required to perform in the charge nurse role. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patient populations and reassessments per facility policy. Provides care appropriate to disease condition and age of the patient. Demonstrates knowledge of perioperative factors that alter immediate postoperative phase. Identifies physical symptoms and changes and takes appropriate action in a timely manner. Demonstrates knowledge of airway management and procedures and the ability to use the equipment. Demonstrates ability to assess cardio-respiratory systems for changes and provides appropriate treatment. Observes behavioral and physiologic changes due to medications, takes appropriate actions and documents. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures. Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of patient and clinical condition. Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Carries out safety measures to prevent patient from harming him/herself or others. Assesses level of consciousness and promotes activity. Encourages turn, cough, and deep breathe by exercises and position changes. Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and side effects. Demonstrates knowledge of arterial lines, spinal and epidural catheters and documents pertinent clinical information per policy. Has knowledge of emergency medications. Demonstrates knowledge of peripheral nerve block procedures and catheters; able to document pertinent clinical information per policy. Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan for effectiveness. Formulates a teaching plan with patient and family based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Interacts professionally with patient/family. Responds appropriately to patient in an emergency or per ACLS or PALS protocol. Communicates effectively and thoroughly the patient’s condition upon transfer from PACU to the receiving unit Registered Nurse. Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationships with co-workers and health care team members for the patient’s benefit. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Orients new staff as needed. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, hospital and nursing policies, procedures and standards. Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias, and treats appropriately based upon facility protocol. Able to perform 12 lead EKG as indicated. Able to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) or moderate complexity testing per clinical laboratory guidelines and unit policy and procedure. Able to interpret results of laboratory tests and take appropriate action on test results. Notifies physician of any abnormal lab/test results. Completes specially assigned duties consistently and as schedule allows. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychological, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between patients, their families and other departments and other healthcare providers. Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self-motivated. Organizes and manages activities reflecting due consideration for the needs of the department and staff. Charge Nurse Responsibilities: Makes daily patient assignments, monitors the daily surgery schedule and daily unit progress, reports changes to involved departments. Supports/oversees unit staff and monitors staffing efficiency. Monitors late and on call schedule. Staff's unit according to nursing standards. Supervises staff to ensure quality of nursing care, delegates’ specific duties and tasks. Monitors daily time sheets. Provides and controls supplies, and equipment needed for successful operation of the department. Directs and delegates control of inventories to ensure proper amounts available. Supervises care and cleanliness of equipment and supplies to ensure good working conditions. Effectively communicates pertinent issues to OR Director. Provides orientation to new staff members. Assists in the evaluation process. Promotes the hospital’s mission, values, and goals. Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain a steady level of productivity, completes assigned projects by due date. Knowledgeable of lab procedures and lab equipment. Participates in QA/PI activities, communicates results to staff. Completes other duties as assigned by Director. Communicates with OR Director regarding issues, conflicts, or operational occurrences in the department and participates with problem solving. Promotes professional growth of subordinates by sharing knowledge and/or directing them to sources if information appropriate to given situation. Utilizes journals, books, etc. to learn and/or improve new techniques and equipment. Core Competencies Action Orientation - Targets and achieves results, overcomes obstacles, accepts responsibility, establishes standards and responsibilities, creates a results-oriented environment, and follows through on actions. Communications - Communicates well both verbally and in writing. Effectively conveys and shares information and ideas with others. Listens carefully and understands various viewpoints. Presents ideas clearly and concisely and understands relevant detail in presented information. Creativity/Innovation - Generates novel ideas and develops or improves existing and new systems that challenge the status quo, takes risks, and encourages innovation. Critical Judgment - Possesses the ability to define issues and focus on achieving workable solutions. Consistently does the right thing by performing with reliability. Customer Orientation - Listens to customers, builds customer confidence, increases customer satisfaction, sets appropriate customer expectations, and responds to customer needs. Interpersonal Skills - Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence with others. Leadership - Motivates, empowers, inspires, collaborates with, and encourages others. Builds consensus when appropriate. Focuses team members on common goals. Teamwork - Knows when and how to attract, develop, reward, and utilize teams to optimize results. Acts to build trust, inspire enthusiasm, encourage others, and help resolve conflicts and develop consensus in creating high-performance teams. Professional Requirements Meets dress code standards; adheres to policy dress code policy. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends monthly staff meetings or reads staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Assists other staff members in performing any duty that enhances the delivery of patient care. Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification Requirements (CR.1c) As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, at a minimum, the Program direct-care staff, must have eight (8) hours of education specific to the Program scope, initially, and at least annually thereafter. (CR.1e) As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, staff possess adaptability to processes as related to up-to-date best practices, collaboration between departments, compliance with protocols/processes, communication, cooperation and exceptional customer service. Within 90 days of hire or, if currently employed, within 90 days of signing the job description, must adhere to: Orientation of Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification In compliance with the Program education requirements Completed department specific competencies Regulatory Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Current state Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Louisiana Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification Skills Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires repetitive motions, standing, walking, bending, kneeling and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift or move items weighing over 100 pounds.