Acute Care RN: Leader, Educator & Clinical Expert

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana seeks a competent registered nurse to practice independently, provide routine and complex care, and support long-range goals. The role involves applying the nursing process, administering treatments, and education for patients and families.

Qualifications include a BSN preferred, 1 year of nursing experience, BLS and ACLS certifications, and an active RN license (state or compact). Orientation and competency validations are required for new hires.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• RN license in state of employment or compact.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• New nurses orientation within 30 days of hire.
• Completion of annual competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation.
• Administer medications and treatments per protocol; monitor for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided.
• Educate patients and families; assess learning needs and provide resources.

Skills

1 year nursing experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana seeks a competent registered nurse to practice independently, provide routine and complex care, and support long-range goals. The role involves applying the nursing process, administering treatments, and education for patients and families.

Qualifications include a BSN preferred, 1 year of nursing experience, BLS and ACLS certifications, and an active RN license (state or compact). Orientation and competency validations are required for new hires.