RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - Med 6 FT Days

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse 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. #CB 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
RN ER Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (Full-Time, Nights)

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 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. Other duties Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality. Qualifications 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; BLS certification; ACLS and PALS Certification within first 6 months of hire, CPI and NIH Stroke Scale Certifications within first year of hire
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - Medicine 5 FT Days

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse 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. #CB 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
RN ER Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - North ER FT Days

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse 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. #CB 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 Per license requirements Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - ER

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Monroe, 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. #CB 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 ACLS Certification within first 6 months of hire
RN ICU Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse Critical Care, Antenatal (Full Time Nights)

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; ACLS and PALS Certification within first 6 months of hire; CPI and NIH Stroke Scale Certification within first 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 (HH) Yes Yes No No Operating Room (ACC) No Yes No No PACU (WCC and Surgicare) Yes Yes Yes No PACU (ACC and HHL) Yes Yes No No Patient Care Unit Yes Yes No No Pediatric ICU Yes Yes Yes No Progressive Care Yes Yes No No
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Nurse Navigator

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Monroe, LA
Job Description The Nurse Navigator provides assistance in the improvement of the quality/delivery of patient 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 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 program director with maintaining policies. Coordinates and participates in performance improvement/patient safety forums/committees. Supports new initiatives by identifying and overcoming barriers to clinical care. Assists with preparation for Joint Commission certification surveys. Serves as an active member of workgroups/committees and is an active participant in strategic planning for the 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 service line. Collaborates with multi-disciplinary care team to promote optimal outcomes for patients Partners with 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 patient education and coordinate follow up care to decrease further 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 PI data to develop education programs to address quality issues identified in the program. Instructs others on pertinent standards and guidelines; ensures these standards and guidelines are adhered to. Other duties as assigned #CB 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
RN Outpatient Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse, Lourdes Breast Center

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 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
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Patient Placement RN OLOL

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description The Patient Placement RN is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the safe, timely, and efficient placement of patients within the hospital. This role ensures appropriate bed assignment, supports optimal patient throughput, and collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to promote quality care and patient satisfaction. This position serves as the central hub for the Hospital Medicine Service (HMS), coordinating referrals from Emergency Room physicians, community physicians, LSU, and other healthcare providers. The RN utilizes clinical expertise and comprehensive knowledge of hospital systems to triage patients, match them with appropriate teams, and ensure they are seen promptly. The role also promotes patient safety, prevents delays, and ensures continuity of care throughout the patient’s hospital course, including post-discharge. Responsibilities Patient Placement & Throughput Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure efficient throughput and appropriate bed utilization. Triages referrals from ER physicians, community physicians, and other providers to HMS or LSU service teams. Matches the clinical needs of HMS acute care patients with the most favorable clinical environment and capacity. Maintains real-time awareness of hospital capacity, census, and bed availability; communicates with Bed Control and/or transfer center on pending requests. Ensures all placement requests are prioritized and processed in a clinically appropriate and timely manner. Publishes and adjusts HMS physician and nursing assignments daily, maintaining real-time knowledge of census, staffing, and projections. Coordinates Medicine City Call patients to appropriate providers Maintains knowledge of teaching service staffing, census, and cap limits Coordination & Communication Acts as a liaison for internal and external requests for physician services. Appropriately delegates patient care activities to team members and participates in making and revising staff assignments to achieve maximum productivity. Exercise independent judgment in resolving throughput-related issues. Communicates and coordinates HMS services between numerous referring and receiving physicians. Maintains knowledge of HMS physician staffing, census limits, bylaws, and service-to-service interface agreements to prevent inappropriate referrals. Facilitates communication and collaboration between hospitals, providers, transfer centers, and transport teams. Enhances the ability to obtain pertinent medical records from transferring facilities, clinic offices, and external healthcare providers. Provides thorough handoffs to incoming hospital medicine physicians, summarizing census, patient assignments, referrals, and team needs. Performs prompt review of recent physician care to better direct patients to physicians who have recently seen the patient Enables hospitalists to see more patients in a shorter period, improving throughput, efficiency, and satisfaction. Clinical Expertise & Patient Safety Demonstrates proficient knowledge of adult pathophysiology and disease processes. Tracks all patients from referral to discharge to ensure timely evaluation and assignment. Prepares cross-coverage materials for oncoming hospitalists to meet Joint Commission standards for handoff communication. Resolves post-discharge issues until patients re-establish care with primary/community providers. Participate in audits and incident reviews. Participates in quality improvement initiatives by utilizing standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. Facilitates staff training, orientation, and competency validation Operational & Financial Oversight Manages the global HMS census, including admits, consults, transfers, discharges, and deaths. Provide guidance and support during complex patient placement decisions. Ensures primary care providers are notified of their patients’ admissions and discharges. Address and resolve conflicts between departments or staff regarding patient placement or prioritization. Supports compliance with Core Measures and Value-Based Purchasing requirements. Assists with ensuring billing accuracy by coordinating admission status (inpatient vs. observation) between HMS and hospital systems. Resolve conflicts between departments or staff in a timely and professional manner. Provides operational and clinical insight for HMS to internal and external stakeholders. Manages and coordinates HMS-related work order requests to maintain clinical efficiency. Analyze data trends and recommend evidence-based strategies to enhance patient flow. Ensure patient-centered decisions that balance clinical needs with operational efficiency. Escalate concerns appropriately while maintaining a collaborative and solution-focused approach. Performs other duties as assigned Experience QUALIFICATIONS 2 years nursing experience in an acute setting such as critical care, hospital medicine, or patient flow. Education Associate's or Bachelor's degree or 5 years experience in critical care, hospital medicine, or patient flow. Licensure/Certification: Current unrestricted Louisiana RN license
RN ER Pediatric Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - Women's and Children's ER (Full-Time, Nights)

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 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. Other duties Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality. Qualifications 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; BLS certification; ACLS and PALS Certification within first 6 months of hire, CPI and NIH Stroke Scale Certifications within first year of hire
RN ER Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse- Emergency Observation FT Nights

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse 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. #CB 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 Per license requirements Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse -Rehabilitation FT Days

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse 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 systemThe 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. #CB 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. #CB 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
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - P&S 1st Surgical

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Monroe, LA
Job Description The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing for patients following established standards and practices. Assists physicians and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and patient access. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. May serve as preceptor for clinical staff. Relies on experience and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. Works under minimal supervision. Creativity is expected to perform job. May lead and direct the work of others within scope of practice. Responsibilities Patient Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… Patient psychosocial/physiologic assessments that integrates changing data are performed at all times. A plan of care based on trends of similar patients, including patient education and discharge planning is formulated; Tailors and prioritizes caring practice to individual needs, including cultural/ethical/spiritual needs at all times. Active participation in the planning of routine transitional health care needs (i.e. treatment options patient placement options, end of life options) is provided at all times. Changes in patient's needs are immediately responded to and holistic care provided using independent clinical judgment based on knowledge drawn from education and experience at all times. Planned educational programs and information are adapted to individual patients and family by modifying teaching strategies or content and integrates this education during the delivery of patient care as evidenced by collaborates with patients/families to identify realistic desired outcomes. Efficiency in the delivery of care is ensured; immediate priorities are determined and solutions for problems offered as needed. Actively advocates for patient rights and identifies potential conflict counsel for resolution of conflict is sought as necessary. Variances from expected outcomes are identified and revisions in the plan of care made based patient outcomes as necessary. All patient care activities are accurately documented per documentation standards; Assistance is provided to the healthcare team with the documentation process as needed. Coordination of Care: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… Communication/collaboration with the health care team members, patients and families is consistently provided to maximize patient outcomes at all times. Patient care activities are appropriately delegated to other health care team members and participates in making and revising staff assignments to achieve maximum productivity as needed. Knowledge regarding unit initiatives is maintained, as evidence by the incorporation of the outcomes of the team/committees work into practice. Actively participates on unit teams, work groups and/ or committees as requested; Anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others. Quality: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… As a clinical resource to health care team members, serves as a mentor and preceptor, displays leadership behaviors, provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice as needed. Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives by utilizing standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. Evidence based practice and research findings are incorporated into nursing practice to enhance outcomes at all times. Other Duties as Assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when… Other duties as assigned are completed. Actively participates on committees as needed. Acts as a backup for others in the department as needed. #CB Qualifications One year acute care Nursing experience Graduate of accredited school of nursing Per license requirements Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification
RN Part-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse- Med 6 Part time

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse 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. #CB 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
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse Patient Placement OLOL

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Step Away from the Bedside — And Step Up to Next Level Care Coordination Are you an experienced nurse looking for a meaningful career shift without leaving the clinical world behind? Join our Hospitalist team as a Patient Throughput Specialist (PTS) — an office-based role where your nursing expertise supports hospital operations, patient safety, and care continuity behind the scenes. As a Patient Throughput Specialist, you’ll coordinate patient movement during inpatient stays, ensuring patients are placed with the right care team at the right time. You’ll use EPIC and other tools to remotely triage patients, manage consults, and support seamless hospital operations — all while collaborating closely with the Transfer Center, Emergency Department, and consulting services. This role is perfect for nurses who love clinical reasoning, enjoy working with data and systems, and want to remain connected to patient care without the physical demands of bedside nursing. Responsibilities What You’ll Do: Receive, organize, and distribute incoming patient consults Perform brief chart reviews to assess severity of illness and triage appropriately Identify and document primary care physicians for care continuity Review recent medical visits to support appropriate planning Coordinate incoming patient transfers and referrals with the Transfer Center Maintain strong communication with ER teams for triage and referrals Run system queries and reconcile patient lists to ensure accurate tracking Assign city call patients to academic teams appropriately Generate daily reports on census, admits, consults, discharges, transfers, and deaths Prepare night cross-cover materials to support safe handoffs per Joint Commission standards Contribute to quality improvement initiatives through ongoing data collection Experience QUALIFICATIONS 2 years nursing experience in an acute setting Education Associate's or Bachelor's degree Licensure Current unrestricted Louisiana RN; BLS What You Bring Registered Nurse (RN) with at least 2 years of hospital experience Significant medical knowledge related to hospitalized patient conditions Strong communication and interpersonal skills High proficiency in EMR systems (EPIC experience preferred) Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize Familiarity with local consulting services and hospital workflows is a plus
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Supervisor Nursing - RN Skilled Nursing St. Catherine's PRN

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Madison, MS
Job Description The Supervisor of Nursing oversees daily operations within the hospital's nursing department, ensuring high standards of patient care and staff performance. This role involves coordinating schedules, managing workflow, and providing guidance to nursing staff while maintaining compliance with hospital policies. The Supervisor also collaborates with other healthcare professionals to promote efficient and effective care delivery. Responsibilities Leadership and Supervision: Assists in the recruitment, interview, selection and unit specific orientation processes for new department team members. Plans and assists with the development of the staff work schedules for unit leaders’ final review. Assists the unit leader with maintenance and monitoring of day to day staffing needs, reviewing upcoming shifts, and making recommendations for adjustments to work schedules to meet patient needs. Maintains appropriate data on employee time and attendance, making payroll correction adjustments according to unit standards. Under supervision of the unit leader, addresses employee behavioral issues timely and effectively, escalating to unit leader and documenting events to address corrective behavior. Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor staff. Communicates in an effective, professional manner. Participates in the annual performance review process for unit employees in a timely and effective manner. Facilitates patient throughput in the admission/discharge/transfer process. Serves as a clinical resource to the staff. Address and resolve patient concerns or informal grievances, attempting to resolve issues immediately. Enters information into the safety event reporting system and investigates concerns timely, escalating feedback to the unit leader. Organizes unit based shared governance meetings and drafts department unit meeting agendas to communicate updates, address concerns, and promote team cohesion. Supervises clinical care provided by maintaining high visibility to patients/families and staff in the clinical area(s). Round on patients and families to validate services are provided consistently with expected standards. Communicates patient experience feedback or issues that need escalation in a timely manner. Understands and communicates potential clinical equipment, IT equipment or supply issues to appropriate support team members (biomed, materials, sterile processing) and the unit leader. Provides immediate support and education on policy, procedures, equipment or new products. Supports activities needed to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and compliance with clinical patient care standards, policies and procedures. Performs audits of medical records, clinical practice standards audits and unit logs to ensure accuracy. Clinical Practice And Care Management Performs psychosocial/physiologic patient assessments that integrates changing data. Supports the clinical team in transporting patients to different levels of care. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans of care, including patient education and discharge planning. Evaluates patient outcomes and makes revisions in the plan of care. Tailors and prioritizes caring practice to individual needs, including cultural/ ethical/ spiritual needs. Participates in interdisciplinary rounds or huddles to support patients’ care management transitions throughout the healthcare settings. Responds to changes in patient's needs and provides holistic care using independent clinical judgement 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. Identifies variances from expected outcomes. Documents all patient care activities as per documentation standards. Assists the healthcare team with the documentation process. Communication And Collaboration Coordinates and communicates clinical information related to risk issues, patient experience issues or other pertinent information to the department director, administration, case management, medical staff in a timely manner. Appropriately delegates patient care activities to other health care team members and participates in making and revising staff assignments to achieve maximum productivity, as well as supporting learning for the orientees. Maintains knowledge regarding unit initiatives and incorporates the outcomes of the team/committees work into organizational practice. Participates on unit teams, work groups and/or service specific committees. Anticipates needs and voluntarily assists others on the unit. Quality Demonstrates knowledge of unit-based and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Ensures quality improvement initiatives are followed by conducting audits of clinical practices, including detailed chart reviews utilizing standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. Incorporates evidence-based practice and research findings into nursing practice to enhance outcomes. Perform patient experience rounds to ensure patients’ needs are met. Documents and communicates patient experience rounds in software or rounding log that need escalation in a timely manner. Qualifications Experience: 2 years of clinical experience including time in a charge nurse and preceptor role Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing License/Certification: Active state RN license, BLS
RN Pediatric Outpatient Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - OLOL Children's St. Jude 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 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 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
RN Pediatric Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Nurse Technician RN Student - Pediatric ER

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description The Nurse Tech performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The Nurse Tech provides basic patient care and assist with activities of daily living (ADL)s under close supervision of the nurse. Basic patient care and ADLs are defined as: patient bathing, feeding, and preparation for treatment, takes and records vital signs, changes bed linen, prepares treatment trays and other supplies, and assists nursing service personnel with a variety of other patient care duties that they have verified completion of competencies. Relies on establish guidelines to accomplish tasks. The Nurse Tech works under close supervision of the nurse. Responsibilities Patient Care Assists in patient admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Measures, collects, and documents patient data according to policy (e.g., weight, vital signs, O2 sats) and reports symptoms, reactions, and changes in patients' condition to the Registered Nurse. Assists patients with activities of daily living and appropriate patient care (personal hygiene, linen changes, assists with meals, elimination). Assists with transporting and mobility needs of patient. Retrieves medications from the pneumatic tube system and/or pharmacy and delivers the medications to the nurse and/or place medications in a secure location as determined by the nurse manager. Keeps patient rooms and nursing station areas clean and orderly. Collaboration & Partnership Assists physicians with examination, treatments, and special tests. Collects patient specimens and transports specimens to the lab. Performs procedures consistent with standards set forth by their school of nursing and level of nursing education completed under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Utilizes equipment safely for patient care as directed by a Registered Nurse. Quality Adheres to standards of nursing and the policies and procedures set forth by the institution in an effort to enhance the quality and efficiency of hospital nursing services. Utilizes all equipment, supplies, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner. Observes and adheres to quality standards established by the department. Participates in continuous quality improvement programs. Is aware of behavioral/psychological changes of patients and promptly reports changes to assigned nurse or charge nurse. Adapts care to the patients need and level of development. Other Duties as Assigned Performs other duties as assigned or requested Qualifications Student Nurse in good standing with completion of basic patient skills within nursing program. Must be a student nurse currently enrolled in a Registered Nurse accredited School of Nursing program who is in the Junior or Senior level year that has completed their second clinical rotation (Med/Surg clinicals). Student Nurse in good standing within an accredited program. Communication, Customer Service, computer Skills and Knowledge of Medical Terminology. BLS Certification
RN ER Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (Full-Time)

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; ACLS and PALS Certification within first 6 months of hire; CPI and NIH Stroke Scale Certification within first year of hire
RN ER Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (Full-Time, Evening/Night)

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; ACLS and PALS Certification within first 6 months of hire; CPI and NIH Stroke Scale Certification within first year of hire
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 Days Post Surgical 2 Unit Baton Rouge, La 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 Per license requirements Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification
RN PACU Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse FT - PACU OLOL Ascension

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Gonzales, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse - Full Time Days PACU Gonzales, La 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 One year acute care Nursing experience Graduate of accredited school of nursing Per license requirements Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communication skills, computer skills Current Louisiana State license as RN and BLS certification
RN Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Registered Nurse FT Nights - Surgical 2 Unit

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Baton Rouge, LA
Job Description Registered Nurse - Full Time Nights Post Surgical 2 Unit Baton Rouge, La 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 systemThe 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
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Supervisor Case Management - RN

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Lafayette, LA
Job Description This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the case managers, social workers, utilization review staff, and case management assistants, under the general direction of the Case Management Director. The position will integrate knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum of care. They rely on extensive experience and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected in order to lead and direct the work of others. Responsibilities Assist the director of the department with support of clinical and administrative case management and social service roles through participation, problem solving and scheduling of staff in order to facilitate appropriate patient flow and services. Plans and updates in-service education programs for all case management staff annually. Conducts case review and high-risk screening evaluations weekly with staff. Performs weekly quality reviews and communicates findings to both staff and management team. Assist director in selection of team members. Provides for departmental orientation, onboarding, and initial competency checks for all new team members. Provides case management services to assigned population in addition to coordinating staff assignments in order to assure appropriate levels of service. Assures adequate case management coverage to meet customer expectations. Performs routine case management duties including planning, assessment, resource allocation and outcome tracking. Plans for staffing variances as evidenced by adequate coverage for all areas. Provides up to date clinical expertise to case management staff including new interventions and therapies, changes in clinical protocols and updates in clinical case management services in order to meet the needs of all assigned patient populations. Monthly education provided to staff regarding emerging trends in healthcare services. Secures specific case management educational materials and distributes on a weekly basis to staff. Conduct annual mandatory training to all staff including fire, infectious disease, disaster preparedness. Reports specific outcome measures including productivity, referral patterns, cost savings, utilization in order to trend and provide appropriate analysis of service delivery. Provides scheduled reports on specific criteria-based measures to Director. Provides analysis of data related to outcomes. Makes changes to service and service delivery based on outcome data analysis to improve service levels. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality. Qualifications Experience-Five year's experience in case management in a healthcare setting. Some management experience. Education-RN with BS/BSN or MSW Training - Case management training. Special Skills - Excellent computer skills, skilled in interpersonal & human relations; oral & written communication; problem solving & critical thinking; time management/prioritization; and proficiency with hospital software programs
RN Outpatient Full-time
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Case Manager RN - PACE Lafayette

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Lafayette, LA
Job Description The Case Manager PACE Works collaboratively with all members of the health care team and the participant/family to ensure coordination of participant care and resource utilization. The Case Manager participates in the assessment of participants including physical and psychological factors in order to plan for individualized continuum of care needs and ensures the implementation of the care plan. Provide direct and indirect nursing care to assigned patients. Works under the direct and indirect supervision of the Center Manager or designee but is independent in the application of advanced nursing knowledge and skills. Manages complex clinical situations for which he/she is responsible. Responsibilities Care Management Care provided conforms to accepted practice standards; provides correct treatments/procedures and other care as prescribed and according to participant care standards; demonstrates understanding of age-related characteristics and needs of participants served. Explains nursing procedures in appropriate forms; identifies emergency situations and independently initiates advanced therapy; acts as coordinator of participant care with other health care personnel and evaluates participant care measures instituted; understands and demonstrates respect for participant rights and utilizes established mechanisms for management of ethical issues in participant care. Responsible for the oversight of all care components of each Participant assigned. Coordinates the care of the Participant. Responsible for follow-up of acute illnesses and problems. Has knowledge of the Participant's on-going status at all times. Responsible for appointment and referral scheduling, chart management. Assessments Collects participant data and completes required forms with appropriate responses according to PACE standards; identifies participants overt problems/needs and sets priorities; identifies problems requiring further referral and/or follow-up; interprets and records latest diagnostic results. Performs advanced nursing assessment using critical thinking skills. Performs assessments timely as required. Using assessment skills, completes the required MDS-HC timely as required on initial assessment and yearly as required Leadership Demonstrates active participation in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement processes. Using nursing process, delegates nursing care to appropriate personnel; integrates cost effective measures into nursing practice; recognizes unit problems and takes responsibility for documenting same. Complies with policies addressing safe working conditions; monitors unsafe working conditions; recognizes inappropriate and/or ineffective participant care management, resolves issue/problem and completes written reports. Clinical Skills Administers prescribed medications/treatments, including IVs in accordance with nursing standards. Performs phlebotomy and EKGs if applicable. Fulfills call for unit as assigned. Performs wound care as ordered and performs weekly assessments as required by standards with accurate documentation in EMR. Interdisciplinary Team Develops a plan of care based on nursing process, with complete understanding of measurable goals with outcome-based planning and incorporates the plans of other disciplines and continuing care needs according to CMS guidelines; includes the participant/family in developing or revising the plan of care; makes referrals to interdisciplinary support services. Communicates participant changes to team members. Records participant care delivered as planned and any variation, with appropriate rationale; makes and records observations related to impending or associated problems. Qualifications Experience : Experience with the frail/elderly in accordance with CMS regulations for PACE programs. Education : Graduate of accredited school of nursing Training : Possess knowledge and skills necessary to treat geriatrics participants Special Skills : IV expertise and ability to multi-task and triage clinical situations. Must have in-depth assessment skills for the geriatric population. Licensure : Current Louisiana State license as RN; BLS