Registered Nurse

Join our team of hardworking heroes to deliver unsurpassed medical care to the Shreveport/Bossier area. You will be providing care to patients while adhering to compliance standards. Our ideal candidate is an outstanding communicator and problem-solver, able to recognize patient needs and prioritize treatment with physicians and clinical staff.

Compensation:

$32•$38 per hour

Schedule:

Monday•Thursday 6:30am•4:30pm

Responsibilities:

Reviews patient's medical information such as patient's name, allergies, procedure, prescriptions, past medical history and medications Prepares procedures list Takes vital signs such as weight, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature Educates patient on medications and medication safety, procedures and risk/benefits, office policies, and post-operative instructions Completes nursing sections of the medical chart Sets up the procedure room with supplies including gloves, trays, and drugs based upon the physician's orders Prepares the patient for the procedure, starts IV's, instructs patients to change, escorts patients to procedure room, drapes, and positions patient Assists physicians during procedures Communicates with patients' to answer medical questions Resolves patient complaints Breaks down the exam and/or procedure room•changing linens, disposing of medical waste, sterilizing for next patient/procedure Escorts the patient to the recovery room Monitors the patient during recovery and completes recovery section of the medical chart Reviewing discharge instructions and medications with the patient Discharges patients and completes the discharge section of the medical chart Orders medical drugs and supplies used for procedures Telephones patients one day after their procedure to check on their status and documents the telephone follow-up section of the medical chart Provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing staff and other patient team personnel Requirements Complies with state and federal laws Current unencumbered LA license Minimum of 1 year clinical experience Prior EHR experience preferred BLS certification required ACLS certification preferred Candidate must be able to transport patients via stretcher, position on table, offer lifting help up to 50 pounds occasionally, and frequently lift up to 25 pounds.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$32.00•$38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person