RN - Inpatient - Nights

RN - Inpatient - Nights 42570 South Airport Road, Hammond, LA 70403 Full-time, PRN Full-time, PRN •Full Time Rate of pay depends upon Experience•

GENERAL SUMMARY

Responsible for the care of patients, administers medication and treatments as ordered by the physician. Coordinates care with other disciplines such as physical therapy, respiratory therapy, lab and pharmacy. Collaboration with all other nursing departments for continuation of patient care.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care. Administers and controls narcotics and medications. Administers blood products, IV medications and TPN. Provides health care instruction/education to patient and family members. Maintains patient records and charts to ensure an accurate record of the patient's medical treatment via EMR Participates in the planning and implementation of the patient's care. Coordinates post-operative discharge. Ensures that patient is ready for discharge. Explains medications in criteria. Ensures that patients understand post-operative instructions. Checks identification of patient, including surgical permit, lab work, x-ray reports, and allergies. Reports any change in physical status of patient. Follows hospital Policies and Procedures. Responds quickly in any circumstance and cares for our patients professionally and courteously. Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by complying with all applicable safety regulations. Follows DNVGL ISO and NIHA Standards to standardize processes and error proof systems that will lead to increased safety and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required. Supervises delegated nursing care given to patients. Preforms in a charge nurse roll when needed, to provide direction in clinical patient care Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited nursing program One (1) year of recent experience in Med/Surg and ICU preferred Unrestricted Registered Nurse license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing Must have current BLS which follows the American Heart Association guidelines. ACLS must be obtained within (3) months of date of hire. PALS must be obtained within (3) months of date of hire for Full and Part Time Employees. PALS is not required for PRN Nurses.

Job Types:

Full-time, PRN Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person