Acute Orthopedics RN - Flexible Shifts & Per Diem

CHRISTUS Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA seeks a competent Registered Nurse for per diem shifts. The role emphasizes independent nursing care using the nursing process and teaching patients and families in line with standard practices.

Requirements include a BSN-preferred degree, 1 year of related nursing experience, BLS certification, and an active RN license (state or compact). Multiple shifts are available, per diem as needed.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
• BLS required.
• RN license in state of employment or compact.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self/Others/Leaders.
• Provides nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation.
• Addresses psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administers medications and treatments; monitors side-effects and effectiveness.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Educates patients and families; identifies learning needs and resources.

Skills

1 year of experience in nursing

BLS certified

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA seeks a competent Registered Nurse for per diem shifts. The role emphasizes independent nursing care using the nursing process and teaching patients and families in line with standard practices.

Requirements include a BSN-preferred degree, 1 year of related nursing experience, BLS certification, and an active RN license (state or compact). Multiple shifts are available, per diem as needed.