Ambulatory Care RN - Flexible Scheduling & Team Impact

Rapides Regional Medical Center; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Education support / Tuition assistance

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, LA, is seeking a Registered Nurse for Ambulatory Care (PRN) to join our surgical team. You will evaluate patients pre- and post-operatively, educate families, prepare patients with IV therapy and meds, and participate in universal protocols and safety measures.

The role requires 1 year of acute care nursing experience, ACLS/PALS within specified timeframes, and BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• RN license or compact state license required (RN).
• ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• PALS must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• 1 year of acute care nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery.
• Provide patient and family education about procedures and peri-operative process.
• Prepare patient for surgery including IV therapy and preoperative meds.
• Perform surgical/site verification and time-out per policy.
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies.
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care and participate in quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with providers, surgeons, and surgical staff as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Document patient condition and care accurately and thoroughly.
• Educate patients and families about condition, treatment, and follow-up.

Skills

RN

ACLS within 6 months

PALS within 6 months

BLS/CPR within 30 days

Acute care experience 1 year

Education

RN Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, LA, is seeking a Registered Nurse for Ambulatory Care (PRN) to join our surgical team. You will evaluate patients pre- and post-operatively, educate families, prepare patients with IV therapy and meds, and participate in universal protocols and safety measures.

The role requires 1 year of acute care nursing experience, ACLS/PALS within specified timeframes, and BLS/CPR certification.