Admissions RN: Lead Patient Admissions & Care (FT)

Ventura Services Florida; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Seaside Health System in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, seeks a dedicated Admissions Registered Nurse for full-time placement. You will lead patient admissions, plan and evaluate care interventions, and collaborate with the Treatment Team to deliver quality, cost-effective outcomes.

The role requires nursing licensure in Louisiana and graduation from an accredited program, with 1 year of medical-surgical or psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Louisiana.
• Minimum 1 year recent medical surgical or psychiatric clinical experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable and demonstrate competency in current principles and practices clinically specific medical surgical, psychiatric nursing.
• Able to problem-solve and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessment and treatment within 8 hours of admission.
• Initiate treatment plans and administer nursing care as ordered.
• Collaborate with disciplines and treating physicians regarding patient care.
• Manage medication administration and disposal of expired medications.
• Report all medication administration errors promptly.
• Manage other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Seaside Health System in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, seeks a dedicated Admissions Registered Nurse for full-time placement. You will lead patient admissions, plan and evaluate care interventions, and collaborate with the Treatment Team to deliver quality, cost-effective outcomes.

The role requires nursing licensure in Louisiana and graduation from an accredited program, with 1 year of medical-surgical or psychiatric nursing experience preferred.