Burn Unit RN: Compassionate Critical Care Specialist

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Baton Rouge General Fit! program

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN to provide expert burn care across all ages, coordinating comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Role requires ACLS within 1 year, PALS/ABLS preferred, and Louisiana RN licensure. Burn care experience and ECG interpretation knowledge are a plus. We offer professional development, PTO, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN licensure required.
• ACLS certification within 1 year of hire.
• Experience in burn care, wound management, or critical care preferred (1 year RN experience).
• ECG rhythm interpretation knowledge; American Burn Association membership preferred.
• PALS, ABLS, and Critical Care Course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide comprehensive patient care for burn patients; collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Conduct systematic physical, psychosocial, functional, and nutritional assessments.
• Formulate nursing diagnoses and expected outcomes based on data.
• Develop and update individualized care plans with care team.
• Deliver direct patient care and implement prescribed interventions.
• Delegate tasks with oversight and accountability.
• Evaluate patient responses and modify plans accordingly.
• Provide patient/family education and coordinate discharge planning.
• Deliver specialized care for pediatric to elderly burn patients; wound debridement support and dressing.
• Direct unit operations during shifts; manage admissions, discharges, communications, and staff assignments.

Skills

Compassionate team

Clinical judgment

Assessments across ages

ACLS within 1 year

PALS

ABLS

Louisiana RN licensure

ECG rhythm interpretation

American Burn Association membership (

Education

RN licensure (LSU or LA Board)

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN to provide expert burn care across all ages, coordinating comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Role requires ACLS within 1 year, PALS/ABLS preferred, and Louisiana RN licensure. Burn care experience and ECG interpretation knowledge are a plus. We offer professional development, PTO, and a supportive work environment.